insert_link Africa Botswana’s settles case with Bridgette Motsepe Botswana’s government and businesswoman Bridgette Motsepe have reached a High Court–backed settlement to resolve the long-running “Butterfly” case. The agreement includes a formal apology from the state and the withdrawal of previously filed fraud, corruption, and money-laundering claims. The settlement, mediated through a court consent order, follows an investigation by Cherie Blair’s Omnia Strategy law firm, which found no evidence supporting the allegations. According to Daily Maverick, as part […] today1 July, 2025
insert_link Africa Mozambique opposition leader calls for 2-day strike after controversial elections Mozambique's opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane has called for a two-day strike to "paralyse" the nation following the controversial October 9 presidential elections, urging citizens to protest alleged fraud and violence against demonstrators. Bloomberg reports that the electoral authorities are expected to announce results by Thursday, amid rising tensions and EU observers noting irregularities in the counting process. today24 October, 2024
insert_link Entertainment Miss SA contestant, Adetshina withdraws amid identity theft investigation South Africa’s Home Affairs minister, Leon Schreiber says the case around the citizenship of Miss SA contestant Chidimma Adetshina indicates the urgent need for the digital modernisation of the department's processes. An ongoing investigation by the department has found prima facie evidence of fraud and identity theft committed by Adetshina’s mother. Adetshina has withdrawn from the contest. According to the Miss South Africa organization’s website, Adetshina was born […] today8 August, 2024
