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Prisons & Justice Integrity: South Africa’s Correctional Services boss told the Madlanga Commission that prisons have become operational bases for organised crime, with gang leaders running street activity from inside and officials implicated in contraband smuggling and cellphone access. Democracy Under Strain: A Zambia democracy story turns from hope to fear as treason charges are brought against opposition challenger Brian Mundubile after the 2026 elections. Local Power Shifts: South Africa’s ANC is accused of leadership paralysis after failing to register candidates for key local elections, while the mayoral race is increasingly treated as a national battleground. Election Integrity (Nigeria): Nigeria’s ADC alleges an organised PVC-buying and voter-suppression operation in Northern Nigeria ahead of 2027 polls, calling for INEC and security investigations. Migration Rights (Southern Africa): Burundi civil society urges the African Union to intervene over Kenya’s restrictions on foreign traders, warning the measures could fuel xenophobia. Identity Systems (Namibia): Namibia flags minors as the next priority for legal identity registration, citing gaps in birth registration and undocumented children. Climate, Gender & Youth: Sweden and South Africa’s parliamentarians bring youth voices into climate and health policy talks, linking climate shocks to access problems for contraception and maternal care. Green Industry (South Africa): A “wastewater-to-green-methanol” corridor blueprint is advancing in Gauteng, aiming to turn municipal sludge into green methanol while recovering co-products like clean water and phosphate. BRICS Rumours Fact-Check: India rejects viral claims that multiple leaders fell ill after the BRICS summit, while South Africa confirms only President Ramaphosa is unwell and withdrew from engagements. Cartography & Governance: The UN backs a more accurate map projection for Africa’s true scale, with the US the lone no vote and some countries abstaining over border concerns.

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