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Nigeria Court Freezes Prime Lagos Property in Abacha Widow’s Land Dispute

A federal court in Lagos has frozen dealings in a disputed Victoria Island plot and named a receiver, in a joint-venture dispute brought by Maryam Abacha, widow of Nigeria's former military ruler.

  • Federal court freezes Lagos property in Victoria Island dispute.
  • Maryam Abacha, widow of late General Sani Abacha, applicant.
  • Levitikal Realties barred from property dealings until resolution.

South Africa: Makhanda Mayor Admits Broken Water System, Vows Fix in 2027

The mayor of Makhanda, home of South Africa's National Arts Festival, admitted on 2 October that the town's water network is broken and promised uninterrupted supply next year.

  • Makhanda Mayor admits broken water system to residents
  • James Kleynhans Water Treatment Works upgrade 12% complete, finishes Sept 2027
  • R500 million project faces delays, will still fall short of 20M litres/day target

South Africa’s Gauteng Steps Up Femicide Fight After 12 Women Found Dead

Gauteng, South Africa's economic heartland, will ring-fence the 10 police stations with the most rape cases and audit shelters, after 12 women were found dead in and around Johannesburg.

  • Gauteng Premier unveils comprehensive plan to combat femicide and gender-based violence.
  • Provincial budget of R2.3 billion (US$138 million) dedicated to community safety and victim support.

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