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East AfricaPolitics & Governance
A parliamentary committee has called for a clean-up of land records, stronger oversight and possible legal changes after cases of double registration exposed weaknesses in Uganda’s land administration system. One erroneous registration resulted in a Shs50 billion compensation award against the state.
West AfricaPolitics & Governance
Attacks by jihadist insurgents and armed groups are driving tens of thousands across the border, but the country offering refuge is battling its own security, food and climate emergencies. Children make up most of the new arrivals in some areas, while only about 5% have been registered.
Southern AfricaPolitics & Governance
Potential rear-axle failures and a brake-pipe defect have triggered a major recall involving three Chery and Omoda models in South Africa. But the announcement comes as the National Consumer Commission investigates allegations that the manufacturer previously conducted recalls without formally notifying the regulator.
Southern AfricaPolitics & Governance
The latest recall involves a potential defect in the front seat head cushion reinforcement. It is the second South African recall involving the Volvo EX30 this year, amid a wider pattern of vehicle safety recalls affecting thousands of motorists.
Southern AfricaPolitics & Governance
Potential rear-axle failures and a brake-pipe defect have triggered a major recall involving three Chery and Omoda models in South Africa. But the announcement comes as the National Consumer Commission investigates allegations that the manufacturer previously conducted recalls without formally notifying the regulator.
Angola, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria will be the first to benefit from a facility that combines grants and loans to help governments prepare and finance clean energy, water, food security and infrastructure projects.
Shebeshxt’s defence has questioned why charges linked to two separate road accidents were added years after the incidents, raising fresh questions about the timing of the charges as his bail re-examination continues.
Across AfricaPolitics & Governance
Fadi El Abdallah spent 15 years defending the International Criminal Court through war crimes trials, sanctions and hostility from some African governments. He says African institutions must prepare for fast-moving disinformation campaigns, while recognising that communication cannot conceal failures that have not been fixed.
Police intercepted about 250kg of cocaine at OR Tambo and seized suspected drugs worth R9.7 million during a separate raid in Gqeberha.
The two KwaZulu-Natal clubs are reportedly interested in the 22-year-old goalkeeper, who wants to leave Sekhukhune United after impressing AmaZulu during pre-season.
Manchester City suffered a third consecutive league defeat at Nottingham Forest, Arsenal edged past Hull to strengthen their grip on top spot, while Senegal's Nicolas Jackson scored twice in an eight-goal thriller at Old Trafford.
Kimi Antonelli, 20, finished third in Mexico to become F1's youngest champion and Italy's first in 73 years, as Verstappen won and a Ferrari clash cost Hamilton victory.
Shebeshxt’s defence has questioned why charges linked to two separate road accidents were added years after the incidents, raising fresh questions about the timing of the charges as his bail re-examination continues.
Only 19 of 40 African countries assessed notify authorities of at least 80% of deaths, while just 18% have dedicated budgets for health information systems. The WHO says weak data threatens the continent’s ability to detect health risks, plan services and direct resources where they are needed most.
Millions of South Africans are desperate for work, yet some people who already have jobs treat employment as an inconvenience. We cannot keep demanding opportunities while taking those we have for granted.
A gunman firing from a car killed six people and wounded 15 in Krakow’s Main Market Square before police shot and detained him. Authorities have not announced a motive.
India’s ‘Cockroach’ leaders have been freed, but protests over disputed voter rolls continue as police maintain a heavy presence in New Delhi.
Nepal urged riverside villagers to evacuate after a landslide triggered flooding that swept away houses and bridges. No casualties have been reported.
