New Zambian President Orders Probe Into Alleged Corrupt Deals

Zambian president Michael Sata has ordered the newly sworn-in Justice Minister Sebastian Zulu to immediately begin investigations into the sales of the former state-owned telecommunications giant ZAMTEL, indigenous bank Finance Bank and the use of $20...

Justice, Crime Prevention And Security Cluster Declare War on Corruption

Government departments comprising the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster have declared war on corruption and have kicked off the battle by weeding out corrupt elements within their own ranks. How People Arrived Here: justice crime prevention...

President Jacob Zuma is to Deliver the Eulogy At Msimang’s Funeral

President Jacob Zuma is to deliver the eulogy at the funeral of the late KwaZulu-Natal Judge President Herbert Msimang this Saturday, his office said.

South Africa Defers Deadline for Proposals on Muslim Marriage Bill

South African Justice Minister Jeff Radebe, has extended the deadline for public contributions and input in the formulation of the country’s Muslim Marriages Bill from March 15th to May 31st.

International Criminal Court Officials Arrive in Kenya

International Criminal Court (ICC) officials arrived in Kenya on Monday, amid conflicting signals from the Kenyan government on whether it will aid their work.

Liberia National Police Formally Charge Deputy Speaker Tokpa Mulbah And Seven Others in Absentia

The Liberia National Police has formally charged Deputy Speaker Tokpa Mulbah and seven others in absentia with “Criminal Attempt to Commit Murder, Criminal Solicitation and Obstruction of government function by a public servant.”

Kenya Allocates $24m for Constitutional Referendum

The Kenyan government has said it will spend 2.2 billion shillings ($24 million) in the August 4 referendum allaying fears that lack of funds may halt the exercise from proceeding.

Tackling Drink-fueled Violence And Disorder a Key Priority for the New UK Government

New Policing and Criminal Justice Minister Nick Herbert has emphasized that tackling drink-fueled violence and disorder which is blighting many of our communities is a key priority for the Home Office. The minister met with local police during a walkabout...

U.K. Government Reaffirms Its Commitment to Protecting Britain’s 100,000 War Memorials

There are up to 100,000 war memorials in the UK, often central features in town and village life and cherished by the local community. At the time of Remembrance this week, the British Government has reaffirmed its commitment to their protection. In a...