June 17
Lesotho: New Police Boss Matsoso Speaks
Lesotho Times
...exhorts the nation to work together to fight escalating crime Read more »
Africa: Cabinda to Cape Town - How Crime-Proof Are Africa's Atlantic Shores? [analysis]
ISS
With all eyes on pirates and politics in the Gulf of Guinea and the Indian Ocean, who is keeping an eye on Africa's South Atlantic? Read more »
Lesotho: MP Backs Call for State of Emergency to End Famo Killings
Lesotho Times
AllAfrica editor's note: Famo is a Sesotho music genre of melodies created and sung with accordion. It has been famous in Lesotho and South Africa for years. Rivalry between… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Directs Security Measures for Judiciary After Killing of Magistrate Monica Kivuti
Capital FM
President William Ruto has directed the police to guarantee the security of judicial officers following the killing of Makadara Principal Magistrate Monica Kivuti by a senior… Read more »
Africa: Land Grabs Squeeze Rural Poor Worldwide
IPS
Since 2008, farmland acquisitions have doubled prices worldwide, squeezing family farmers and other poor rural communities. Such land grabs are worsening inequality, poverty, and… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Police Arrest 70 Opposition Members for 'Unsanctioned Gathering'
The Herald
AT least 70 CCC members were arrested yesterday for conducting an unsanctioned gathering at a house belonging to former opposition legislator, Jameson Timba, in Harare. Read more »
South Africa: Western Cape Records First Mpox Case - South African News Briefs - June 17, 2024
allAfrica
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Kenya: JSC Prohibits Use of Make-Shift Court Structures After Killing of Magistrate in Makadara
Capital FM
NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 17 - The Judiciary Service Commission (JSC) has announced that its officers will no longer provide services in make-shift structures, as part of a new raft of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: A Generation Lost Due to Drug and Substance, Let's Pray for Our Children - Minister
New Zimbabwe
MINISTER of State for Mashonaland West Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Marian Chombo has urged citizens to stop abusing drugs and substances as the country risks losing a whole… Read more »
Lesotho: Chief Justice Sakoane Tightens Judicial Workings
Lesotho Times
...issues code of conduct for judges Read more »
Lesotho: No Funds Yet for Commission on Torture, Escape of Correctional Service Recruits
Lesotho Times
...as commissioners remain unpaid Read more »
Liberia: Liberian Government's Open Apology to Jailed Former Chief Justice Gloria Musu-Scott Sparks Mixed Reactions
FrontPageAfrica
The Government of Liberia's decision to openly apologize to jailed Chief Justice Gloria Musu-Scott for 'psychological distress' and grant her rare access to hold a press conference… Read more »
Liberia: Liberia Tightens Grips Against Money Laundering, Terrorism Financing
Liberian Observer
Liberia has taken a significant step in combating money laundering and terrorism financing by obtaining a full membership of the Egmont Group, a Charter of Financial Intelligence… Read more »
Liberia: Justice Scott Denies Compassion Leave
New Dawn
Liberia's imprisoned former Chief Justice, Cllr. Gloria Musu Scott denied media reports that the government had granted her compassionate release from prison. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: How Three Senior Officials Escaped Justice - Kasai
JusticeInfo.net
Based in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Caleb Kazadi has been Justice Info\'s correspondent since 2021. With a degree in International Relations from the University of… Read more »
Liberia: Giaba DG Want Anti-Money Launder Recognize
New Republic
The Director General of the Intergovernmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa want ECOWAS take keel of recognizing and put into effect the Anti-Money… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Warn As Residents Boo Emir Sanusi, Kano Governor
Premium Times
Governor Yusuf's convoy passed through the mini palace during which some residents chanted derogatory words against the governor. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Opposition CCC Interim Leader, 78 Youths Arrested for Disorderly Conduct - to Appear in Court Tuesday
New Zimbabwe
Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) interim leader Jameson Timba arrested over the weekend on allegations of holding an unlawful meeting has been formally charged. Read more »
Ghana: 'Higher Academic Qualification Does Not Lead to Automatic Promotion' - High Court Rules
Accra Times
The High Court has refuted the request to grant an inspector automatic promotion under the basis that said inspector has attained higher academic qualification. Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Church Members Assault DRC Journalists Néhémie Paluku and Esaïe Mbusa
CPJ
Authorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo should ensure a credible investigation into the June 3 assaults on reporters Esaïe Mbusa and Néhémie Paluku,… Read more »
Uganda: Police, Army Announce Joint Crackdown On Errant Vips On the Road
Nile Post
Police have said they have launched a joint crackdown against errant drivers, especially for government vehicles and VIPs. Read more »
Nigeria: NDLEA Uncovers 'Skuchies' Factory in Ogun, Arrests Suspects
Premium Times
The agency arrested three suspects for possession of cannabis and another seven for production of 'skuchies.' Read more »
Liberia: Buchanan Port Manager Kaipay Accused of Ordering Assault On CDC Chapter Head
FrontPageAfrica
Justin Tarr, a staunch supporter of the Coalition for Democratic Change (CDC) and a worker at the Port of Buchanan, has been subjected to brutal treatment reportedly by port… Read more »
Nigeria: Police Intensify Search for Kidnapped Fouani Brothers
Premium Times
Mr Hundeyin maintained that the police were actively managing the situation and intensifying rescue efforts. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Zacc Probes Chivayo, Chimombe and Mpofu Case
The Herald
THE Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission has begun investigations into potential money-laundering and abuse of office in the contractual dispute between businesspeople Wicknell… Read more »