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Ecuador defender Mario Pineida dies at the age of 33 after being shot outside a shop in Guayaquil.

England should not make wholesale changes to their playing group even if their expected Ashes defeat is confirmed, says former captain Michael Vaughan.

Stellenbosch FC have reinforced their defence by acquiring the services of a former Orlando Pirates veteran.

The death toll of initiates in the Eastern Cape has risen to 17 during this summer initiation season

The U.S. will sell Taiwan $10 billion in weapons, including missiles, howitzers and drones, a move expected to escalate tensions with China.

European Union leaders will meet in Brussels on Thursday to decide whether to use frozen Russian assets to help finance Ukraine’s war effort.

President Trump has ordered a ban on all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, escalating pressure on the country’s president.

President Trump’s threat to halt Venezuelan oil sales stirs fear, but for a country long battered by shortages, it’s just another crisis.

Manchester Museum curators hope the exhibition of African items will provoke ‘honest conversation’.

British citizens Abdifatah Gulaid and Noah Ihiekwe were seen carrying guns and parading with troops.

As two-time runner-up Mohamed Salah prepares for another tilt at the Africa Cup of Nations, BBC Sport Africa profiles other stars who never lifted the trophy.

The seven Kenyans had previously been denied working visas and will now be deported, South Africa says.

As temperatures fall across much of the UK, how should you heat your home and keep yourself safe?

The Department of Communication and Digital Technology has killed the South African Post Office’s monopoly on delivering small parcels in the country.

Volunteers say rising demand in Luton for their help sees people queuing down the street for food.

The Commission is probing criminality, corruption, political interference claims by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi

Sebolai, who is an ANC councillor, has been removed following a council sitting.

Patriotic Alliance MP Ashley Sauls attended the funeral of Witness D, Marius van der Merwe.

The Commission is probing criminality, political Interference, and corruption in the justice system

The Springboks will be keeping an eye on a talented loose forward who continues to consistently impress for the Stormers.

Off-spinner Nathan Lyon said he was humbled after claiming his 564th wicket to move clear of fellow Australian great Glenn McGrath.

Bafana Bafana have arrived in Morocco for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), where the tournament will offer the highest prize money in its history.

Jo Butterfield will attempt to become the first British athlete to win gold at both the summer and winter Paralympics after being confirmed as part of the wheelchair curling team for March’s 2026 Games.

Today is International Migrants Day, whereby we reflect on the struggles faced by, and the resilience shown by, migrants worldwide.

“I think what is more fascinating with this Pirates team which surprises a lot of people is that they are just efficient,” said Mngqithi.

The municipality added that it is closely monitoring reservoir levels and overall system behaviour.

The subject of parole and bail has always been contentious, and it is reignited with every parolee who reoffends.

Visa’s Johannesburg-based data centre gains strong uptake from local banks and fintechs seeking access to its global payments network.

The multi-stimulating sex machine can heat up, can be mounted via a suction cup, and is totally worth the splurge.

Elixirr Academy’s Data & AI course equips participants with the skills for successful IT careers.

The South African African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has issued a warning for South Africans during the festive season.

Over 1.3 million readers rely on TopAuto each month, making it a powerful channel for brand visibility.

Gauteng drivers are by far the biggest culprits, with 255,455 unroadworthy vehicles in the province.

Experts say there is a complex picture behind why more babies are being delivered through surgery.

Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.