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A key witness gave unexpected testimony Tuesday during the rape trial of socialite Ashley Masendeke. Cythina Duringo testified that her friend Masendeke admitted having consensual relations with one of the accused men. Duringo said Masendeke told her the defendants Thabo Blessing Dube and Martin...

Zambia's government filed an emergency court case Tuesday to block the planned burial of former president Edgar Lungu in South Africa. Attorney General Mulilo Kabesha sued multiple family members to stop Wednesday's funeral service. The legal action targets former first lady Esther Lungu and...

A woman attacked her friend with acid after accusing her of sleeping with her husband. Sithulisile Nyoni admitted guilt when she appeared before a Bulawayo court Tuesday. The 29-year-old from Fort Rixon faces charges of assault with intent to cause serious harm. Magistrate Eva Matura heard the...

A Harare magistrate refused to grant bail Tuesday for a man whose dogs killed a pedestrian last month. Mike Mupinga faces culpable homicide charges after his four animals attacked Samuel Machara on May 30. The 40-year-old defendant will stay behind bars until his trial begins. Magistrate...

Nigeria received 119 stolen artifacts from the Netherlands on Thursday. The Dutch government handed over the treasures during a ceremony held in Edo State. These items came from the Wereld Museum in Leiden and represent part of the famous Benin Bronzes collection. British forces took these...

Zimbabwe's Public Service Minister Edgar Moyo removed all board members from the National Social Security Authority on Tuesday. The firing ended months of fighting about who should lead the agency. Emmanuel Fundira had served as board chairman and runs Astoc Leisure Group as a safari hunting...

Kenya's police oversight body urged calm Wednesday as nationwide protests turned violent. The National Police Service Commission asked demonstrators and officers to follow the law during anti-government rallies. Several people suffered gunshot wounds as peaceful morning marches became afternoon...

Kenya's top lawyers and rights groups attacked the Communications Authority over a ban on live protest coverage. The agency ordered television and radio stations to stop broadcasting demonstrations. Young protesters marched across major cities to mark one year since deadly anti-government...

One person died and seventeen others suffered injuries during protests across Kenya on Wednesday. The demonstrations marked one year since deadly anti-taxation rallies that shook the nation. Protesters gathered to remember the victims of last year's violence against government policies. Police...

Kenya's media regulator banned live television and radio coverage of nationwide protests Wednesday. The Communications Authority ordered all broadcasters to halt real-time reporting of demonstrations marking one year since deadly anti-government rallies. Director-General David Mugonyi warned...

Police and protesters fought across Kenya on Wednesday as thousands marked the anniversary of deadly demonstrations. The clashes happened exactly one year after security forces killed at least 60 people during anti-government protests. Young demonstrators carried flags and pictures of victims...

Many Kenyans avoid insurance because they find it confusing and hard to access. The country's insurance coverage hit just 2.4 percent last year. People worry about complicated paperwork and difficult claims processes. Most citizens view insurance as something only wealthy people can afford. This...

Kenya's communications regulator ordered television and radio stations to stop showing live protest coverage on Wednesday. The Communications Authority of Kenya cited constitutional provisions and communications law as reasons for the ban. Officials said live broadcasts might encourage violence...

Thousands of young protesters broke through police barriers and filled State House Road in Nairobi on Wednesday. The demonstrators had started their march at Uhuru Park before pushing past security forces. They wanted to reach the presidential residence as part of their protest movement. Police...

Nation Media Group fought back after officials cut the NTV television signal. The Communications Authority ordered all TV and radio stations to stop showing live protest coverage. Company leaders said the government acted without proper legal steps. They called the move a clear attack on press...

Young protesters filled Murang'a streets Wednesday afternoon during nationwide demonstrations. The march started at 2 PM as crowds walked from the town center to Mukuyu area. Demonstrators carried signs honoring people killed during last year's anti-Finance Bill protests on June 25. Shop owners...

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i spoke out Wednesday about young protesters across Kenya. He asked the government and police to respect their rights during demonstrations. The protests mark one year since deadly clashes on June 25, 2024. Matiang'i said the young people have real...

President William Ruto told protesters to follow the law during their demonstrations. He made these comments at a funeral for Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung'aro's father. Ruto said Kenyans have the right to protest but must stay peaceful. He warned against destroying property or disturbing public...

Opposition politicians attacked a government order that stops TV and radio stations from showing live protest coverage. The Communications Authority sent letters to media outlets telling them to stop broadcasting demonstrations immediately. Political leaders said this move hurts democracy and...

A police commander walked with protesters through Meru town Wednesday during memorial demonstrations. Ambrose Kyalo wore his full uniform as he joined young demonstrators on the streets. The Imenti North division chief handed out soft drinks to marchers. Videos showed him shaking hands and...