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Leicester Tigers stalwart Dan Cole will leave the club at the end of 2025 due to personal reasons.

Burkina Faso beat Sudan to seal second in Group E to reach knockuts.

Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua’s friends Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, who were killed in a car crash in Nigeria, will be “deeply missed”.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca needs results to improve but issues off the pitch are adding to the pressure, BBC Sport’s Nizaar Kinsella explains.

Pappas and Prinsloo had indeed made the required declarations.

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the G20 Presidency ensured that Africa’s voice is recognised.

SPCA inspectors are on standby 24/7 to respond to animal emergencies

Makhadzi Entertainment has confirmed the musician was involved in a crash.

Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long held traditions.

Police arrested 14 crew members on the ship sailing from the St Petersburg to the Israeli port of Haifa.

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.

Leroy Merlin is one of several interional companies expanding into South Africa, with the company opening a massive new development in KZN.

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.

President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke during his New Year’s message earlier Wednesday afternoon.

The President also highlighted the importance of respecting women and young girls.

The late Brian Hlongwa has been described as a leader who served with humility.

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

Tottenham Hotspur agree to sign Matilda Nilden from BK Hacken in January, subject to international clearance and a work permit.

After Rory McIlroy completed a career grand slam in 2025, there were calls for him to be knighted.

Everton should have been awarded a penalty in their 1-0 defeat to Arsenal, the Premier League’s Key Match Incidents Panel has said.

With the top three in the Premier League pulling away, could fifth be enough for Champions League football again?

Award-winning musician Makhadzi, whose real name is Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona, was involved in a car accident on Wednesday morning.

Rachel John, the woman rumoured to be dating Springboks captain Siya Kolisi, celebrated her 25th birthday on New Year’s Eve.

Large numbers of dead white mussels, whelks and other shellfish have been washing ashore on the West Coast over the past 48 hours.

Ramaphosa reflects on 2025 hardships and urges citizens to unite, citing economic recovery, youth employment, and anti-corruption efforts.

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Makhadzi Entertainment requested privacy for Makhadzi and her family during this period.

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.