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The 78-year-old UK citizen was convicted of lobbying foreign governments to impose sanctions on HK and China.

The Reserve Bank plans the biggest overhaul of the nation’s cash system in decades, moving to create a cash-management company, roll out white-label ATMs and tighten oversight of how money circulates to make it cheaper and easier to access.

England overlook spinner Shoaib Bashir for the crucial third Ashes Test against Australia in Adelaide.

After the humiliation of clients leaking her intimate images, Madelaine decided to take action.

The Presidency has confirmed that the Commission’s interim report will not be made public

Edward Chitaizvi was arrested in Waterval a week ago.

Mophiring says the suspects forced their way into the farmhouse on Wednesday and demanded valuables

This year’s 31st Annual SAMAs are taking place at Gallagher Estate, in Midrand

Australia, like other countries, has seen a rise in antisemitic attacks since the start of the war in Gaza.

José Antonio Kast, a far-right politician who has praised Chile’s former dictatorship, has won the presidency, signaling a sharp rightward shift fueled by fears over crime, migration and the economy.

A Pakistani brewery founded in the 19th century is exporting beer again for the first time in decades, despite alcohol being illegal for the country’s Muslim majority.

Ukraine’s president continues ceasefire talks in Berlin with Trump envoys and European leaders, pressing for concrete security guarantees so Russia won’t invade Ukraine again in the future.

The recent Washington Accord was hailed as “historic” by the US president but the fighting continues.

Nigeria’s biggest city is known for its vibrant arts scene, nightlife and creativity, but street art is relatively unknown.

BBC Sport Africa picks out six players to keep an eye on at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from 21 December to 18 January.

He is accused of using romance scams to defraud $8m, with the profits flaunted on Instagram.

Here are 5 important things happening in South Africa today, Monday, 15 December 2025.

This first-of-its-kind road safety initiative is designed to help save lives – both on and off the roads.

The MK Party tabled a motion of no confidence in Ntuli, which parties will vote on today

Analyst: KZN fared much better under the leadership of the IFP with the support of ANC and DA.

Magwenya says there is more evidence to be heard at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry

Eugene Modise has been re-elected as the ANC’s Regional Chairperson of Tshwane.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is unlikely to get any “protection” due to cryptic comments seemingly aimed at the club’s ownership, says former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.

Former Springbok No 8 Adriaan Richter has explained the circumstances that led him to put his World Cup winner’s medal up for auction.

Ospreys, Cardiff and Dragons enjoy Challenge Cup wins that ensure they will go into January with qualification hopes well and truly alive.

King Charles is ‘deeply touched’ to the reaction from the public, after he shared an update on his cancer treatment. Take a look…

A five-year-old girl narrowly avoided becoming the victim of an attempted abduction at a shopping mall over the weekend.

American director Rob Reiner and his wife were found dead at their southern California mansion, CNN and NBC reported on Sunday.

Planning ahead? Here’s how you can maximise a handful of public holidays into nine long weekends in 2026…

Conversion excludes the cost of the actual Land Cruiser 79.

Catch up on the biggest stories this morning, 15 December 2025, in our simple morning fix update

Five other members were wounded in the lightning strike.

The Stormers picked up their eighth straight victory of the season, and second in the Champions Cup, to put themselves on top of their group after two rounds.

The South African Reserve Bank plans to tighten oversight of how cash circulates in the country.

What’s Next continues its rapid rise with major audience and follower growth in 2025.

The SABC’s new funding model is set to be finalised in February.

This first-of-its-kind road safety initiative is designed to help save lives on and off the roads.

Defensive driving in South Africa is essential, as the country is ranked among the worst places to drive in the world.

The 2026 Formula 1 season promises to be full of action and drama.

There are several key steps you should take if you are involved in an accident while using an e-hailing service.

The European sperm market is booming, but is some donors’ sperm being used to make too many babies?