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BBC Sport looks at some of the best players in the men’s game over the course of the last 12 months.

In the months leading up to the 2010 event, South Africa faced the reality that the country may not be safe enough to host the tournament.

Watch every winner from Match of the Day’s goal of the month votes in 2025, and a selection of December’s best Premier League goals.

KwaNoxolo tavern owner was arrested earlier last week for operating with a fraudulent liquor licence

A suspect appeared in an Atteridgeville court on 12 counts of murder, 13 of attempted murder.

For many people from former Soviet countries, New Year’s is a big holiday feast time. A Ukrainian restaurant in Washington gives NPR a taste of what’s on the menu.

Bangladesh is mourning the death of its first female Prime Minister, Khaleda Zia, who died Tuesday.

The two states say they are taking reciprocal measures after the US announced full-entry restrictions on their citizens.

TikTok, YouTube and Facebook are down, as the nation awaits the final result from the presidential poll.

Forward John Mano, who lost his best friend to the civil war in Sudan, says the squad will “fight” for their country on the pitch at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

“We cannot live freely. You cannot even play music” – residents tell the BBC of militants’ rule.

It’s been a roller coaster year for the stock market, but the S&P 500 is set to end 2025 up about 17%, the third straight year of double-digit gains.

South Africa is moving toward a fully digital identity system, signalling the end of an era for the iconic green ID book.

The rand has marked one of its best years in recent memory in 2025, with economists expecting the good time to keep rolling in the new year.

Brian Hlongwa’s funeral is underway at Walter Sisulu Hall in Randburg.

Hlongwa’s funeral service is being held at the Walter Sisulu Hall in Randburg in Johannesburg.

Dikeledi Magadzi will be laid to rest on Saturday in Polokwane, Limpopo.

At the time of his death Hlongwa, was facing corruption and money laundering charges.

SA Rugby have made an interesting announcement related to their national coaching group on the eve of the new year.

Livingston sit bottom of the Scottish Premiership after 17 games without a win at the halfway stage, so what chance do David Martindale’s side have of escaping relegation?

What is going wrong at Kilmarnock amid 13-game winless run?

Dom Hyam heads back to Blackburn Rovers on New Year’s Day believing Wrexham must improve their away form in 2026 if they are to earn a Championship play-off place.

SA and Singapore authorities seized 55kg of rhino horns and big cat parts in a joint operation, arresting two suspects in the process.

Ring in 2026 in Cape Town with parades, concerts and sport while staying ahead of key road closures with these New Year’s Eve travel tips…

A victim of crime is angry at her bank for not flagging transfers worth tens of thousands of rands all made in quick succession.

Two bakkies and a taxi collided on the R61 near Beyele outside of Mthatha at around 10am on Wednesday.

Corné Rahl and Siya Masuku also return to the Sharks 23, named on a bench filled with exciting youngsters and experienced heads.

Vincent Tshituka says the Sharks are feeling confident they can turn their season around after their last two wins.

I tested an array of alternative sleep aids, from gummies to wearable patches, to see if they would help my chronic insomnia.

Research shows that people who sleep poorly tend to have brain age that is older than their actual age. Chronic inflammation in the body caused by poor sleep likely plays a part.

The rand ended 2025 nearly 13% stronger against the US dollar, marking its biggest annual gain in 16 years.

By 2026, liquidity has become one of the most decisive factors separating amateur crypto traders from professionals. While retail users often focus on promotions or headline fees, experienced traders prioritize something far more fundamental: the ability to enter and exit positions efficiently, consistently, and at scale. In fast-moving crypto markets, liquidity isn’t just about convenience […]

South Africa has a secret test track that has been kept under wraps for nearly two decades, located near a nearby highway where cars can travel at speeds of up to 250km/h.

The carmaker is on course for its second consecutive decline in annual vehicle sales.

Volvo has identified a potential issue with the high-voltage battery cells manufactured by one of its suppliers on certain vehicles.

Chinese brands are competing amongst themselves to dominate South Africa’s fastest-growing car segment.

Emma Giannuzzi used sunbeds throughout her late teens and was twice diagnosed with melanoma.

The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.

The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.