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Former professional poker player James Bord is chosen as the preferred bidder for Sheffield Wednesday, BBC Sport can confirm.

Kimberlee Singler is facing murder charges in Colorado in the deaths of her 9-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son.

Border Mangement says Lebombo border post is one of the problematic ports of entry.

Police in the NW combat illegal mining activities that have spread to Kroondal area near Rustenburg.

Another teenager who was with the missing boy was rescued and taken to hospital.

A sixth body was discovered in the river where a light delivery truck hit a bridge.

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR’s international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

The vehicle had earlier been involved in a crash and everyone in the surrounding area was safely evacuated before the blast.

The United States and Ukraine have reached a consensus on several critical issues, but sensitive issues around territorial control in Ukraine’s eastern industrial heartland remain unresolved.

A drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.

As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.

Jane Ansah is going in a private capacity but reports about the cost and entourage have riled people up.

Those particularly affected are children and pregnant women – some going without food for days.

Passengers travelling on Christmas Eve are forecast to be the highest on record.

French magazine Jeune Afrique has ranked four South African cities among the top 30 most attractive destinations on the continent for quality of life and investment.

Data from the Department of Public Service and Administration show that over 37,800 government employees are millionaires.

BP has sold a 65% stake in its motor lubricant arm Castrol to US-based investment firm Stonepeak.

Hlongwa died in hospital on Tuesday following an illness.

Mashatile called on South Africans to continue embracing the values of Ubuntu.

The Bitou Deputy Mayor was seen in a widely circulated video at the weekend, firing a gun.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says it is “impossible” to replace captain Bruno Fernandes, who is set for up to a month out with injury, but other players “must step up”.

Barcelona cool their interest in Marc Guehi after meeting his agents, but Marcus Rashford wants to remain at the Spanish club, and Crystal Palace rival West Ham for Wolves’ Jorgen Strand Larsen, plus more.

Zimbabwe receive an injury boost ahead of their crucial AFCON Group B clash against Angola in Marrakech on Friday.

This year marks the 60th anniversary since the final Football League match was played on Christmas Day in England.

Pavel Durov already has over 100 children, but he wants to do more to populate the world with heirs to his billions.

Venus Williams and Andrea Preti are a picture of wedded bliss after becoming husband and wife.

Left your gift shopping too late? These affordable last-minute gift ideas are thoughtful and perfect for late sleepers.

Brown was gunned down outside of her home on 31 July in the presence of her partner and minor daughter.

The mine employee was nabbed for harbouring the illegal immigrants.

These salads add freshness, colour and help cut through heavier dishes.

Limpopo traffic authorities warn of heavy congestion as 700 buses head to Moria for Christmas services.

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Years before returning to politics, Cyril Ramaphosa was part of a group of investors who helped Seacom defeat government attempts to block the launch of its undersea cable in South Africa.

South Africa received 15 new bakkies this year, including two double cabs with first-of-their-kind powertrains.

WeBuyCars has agreed to pay a fine of R2.5 million to the state, and R3.4 million to refund consumers.

South African buyers can access the Honda Elevate SUV for less this festive season thanks to strong finance offers and cash rebates.

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.

The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.