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Zimbabwe’s automatic voter plan faces backlash

A leading election watchdog has opposed Zimbabwe’s plan to automatically register voters when they turn 18, warning it could breach privacy laws and weaken electoral independence. The plan would strip the electoral commission of its voter registration powers and hand them to
November 22, 2024
South Africa Welcomes ICC Arrest Warrants for Israeli Leaders

South Africa Welcomes ICC Arrest Warrants for Israeli Leaders

South Africa has welcomed arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior officials as a “significant step towards justice”. The warrants, which also target former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and Hamas military
November 21, 2024
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Zimbabwe Officials Accused in Public Land Scandal

A commission of inquiry has uncovered alleged corruption in Zimbabwe’s capital involving senior officials leasing public land at questionable rates. The investigation into Harare City Council’s dealings since 2017 has revealed what investigators call “dubious” arrangements between council officials and private companies.
November 17, 2024
A former Standard Bank employee has been jailed for theft Picture Karen Sandison Independent Newspapers

South African bank worker jailed for ATM cash theft

A former Standard Bank employee has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing more than R500,000 (£21,000) meant for cash machines in South Africa’s North West province. Bongani Vincent Nkosi, 37, claimed he was kidnapped and forced to steal the
November 13, 2024