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Popular English debutant Justin Hood produces a finishing masterclass to eliminate 11th seed Josh Rock and reach the PDC World Championship quarter-finals.

The protests began on Sunday after shopkeepers in Tehran staged a strike when the Iranian rial hit a record low against the US dollar.

The victims were placed in temporary shelters and promised houses, but they’ve never received aid.

Matlala is accused of orchestrating the failed assassination of his ex-partner, Tebogo Thobejane.

The department of Justice and Constitutional Development intends to oppose the application

They include two public prosecutors from Butterworth and another from KwaBhaca

Gelsenkirchen Police say thieves used the “quiet” days after Christmas to break into the high street branch.

Saudi Arabia bombed Yemen’s port city of Mukalla, targeting a shipment of weapons from the United Arab Emirates for separatist forces. The UAE later said it would withdraw its forces from Yemen.

Israel accused Doctors Without Borders, one of the largest health organizations operating in Gaza, of failing to clarify the roles of some staff that Israel accused of cooperation with militants.

The UAE denies Saudi claims it sent a shipment of weapons to separatists and pushed them to launch offensives against the Yemeni government.

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.

Mulatu Astatke has been blending jazz influences from home and abroad for the past six decades.

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

South African workers effectively lose two days off in 2026 despite the country officially having 12 public holidays, but there is a silver lining.

Typical household bills will rise slightly under the new energy cap which takes effect on 1 January.

Wealthy South Africans are increasingly turning their backs on big city living and moving to smaller coastal towns along the Garden Route.

The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger.

Political Killings Task Team was disbanded by Police Minister Senzo Mchunu

Tributes continue to pour in following the death of former ANC NEC member and MP Dikeledi Magadzi.

Magadzi was 75 and served as deputy minister in two portfolios: transport and water and sanitation.

The African National Congress’ Cde Dikeledi Magadzi has passed on

Ospreys head coach Mark Jones says things are heading in the right direction in the quest to keep Wales fly-half Dan Edwards.

Bijan Robinson runs in a 93-yard touchdown as the Atlanta Falcons beat the Los Angeles Rams 27-24.

Kaizer Chiefs began the season without their coach, under pressure, and second best, yet still beat Stellenbosch FC 2-0 in Athlone.

With the winter window opening on 1 January, BBC Sport correspondents assess the transfer needs of the 24 Championship clubs.

Growing numbers of institutions now offering lifelong careers support as older alumni seek help to change jobs

University careers advisers are used to steering fresh-faced students towards the labour market – but they are now increasingly seeing graduates in their 40s and 50s looking for help to revive their careers.

More UK universities are now giving their graduates lifelong access to campus...

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…

British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo has been recognised for her contribution to music and drama.

Now in its 30th year, Durban Summer Souk is a popular shopping festival which mimics the Dubai Souk.

Mobile data prices have fallen in South Africa over the past few years, but many users still have a limited budget.

The Lions say the more chances they create the better the odds will be that they execute them against the Sharks.

Find out what the latest weather forecast from the SA Weather Service means for your region for 31 December 2025.

In artificial intelligence, 2025 marked a decisive shift. Systems once confined to research labs and prototypes began to appear as everyday tools. At the center of this transition was the rise of AI agents – AI systems that can use other software tools and act on their own. While researchers have studied AI for more […]

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

VW’s most expensive SUV has all the luxuries you’d expect with performance to rival a hot hatchback.

The deal could be valued at about R20 billion and would involve HOF Capital and BlueFive Capital.

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.