Africa Prisons Newswire

Tunisian journalists' health ‘deteriorates’ in prison, says union

The National Syndicate of Tunisian Journalists warned on Monday of the deterioration of the health of journalists Mohamed Boughalleb and Shaza El-Haj Mubarak inside prison, “putting their lives in imminent danger.” The union noted in a statement the “ …

Global push grows to free Niger’s former president Mohamed Bazoum

Niger's president Mohamed Bazoum has spent 550 days as a hostage of the military junta in the capital, Niamey. His lawyers say that his detention is setting a dangerous precedent and have launched a global campaign to have him released. World leaders …

Nigerian undertrial prisoner found hanging inside his Raipur jail cell

Israel is set to free another 110 prisoners; nobody knows where they are going

On Thursday, Israel is set to release 110 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for three Israeli hostages: soldier Agam Berger, and civilians Arbel Yehoud and Gadi Mozes. Unknown are the exact identities of all of the prisoners to be released as part of the …

Egyptian asylum seekers who stabbed two Afghan students in 'clash of cultures' mass brawl outside school in front of ...

Two Egyptian asylum seekers who stabbed a pair of Afghan college students in an apparent clash of cultures have been jailed. The mass brawl happened outside a college campus and a hotel housing asylum seekers in Bournemouth, Dorset.  Three Egyptian …

Meloni under investigation by Rome prosecutors over release of Libyan warlord

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is under investigation by Rome prosecutors over her government’s decision to return a Libyan …

Justice chiefs may have to choose which criminals to monitor if fewer are sent to prison

Sending fewer criminals to prison could lead to more pressure on the probation service and the NHS, justice chiefs said. Former justice secretary David Gauke, who is carrying out a sentencing review, is widely expected to recommend more offenders are given …

Alleged N110bn fraud: Court declines Yahaya Bello as EFCC calls first witness

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, called its first witness to testify in the 16-count money laundering charge it preferred against the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. According to Vanguard, the witness, Fabian …

Nigerian man extradited to U.S. for alleged sextortion of South Carolina teen

A Nigerian man was extradited to the U.S. after he was indicted in connection with the sextortion of a South Carolina teen who died by suicide, the Justice Department said Monday. Hassanbunhussein Abolore Lawal, 24, allegedly posed as a young woman on …

WATCH | ‘He doesn’t owe anyone an explanation’ – MK defends Zuma’s prison visit to Derby-Lewis

Cape Town – Leader of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, Jacob Zuma, is not required to explain his visit to Clive Derby-Lewis in prison, according to MK spokesperson Nhlamulo Ndhlela. This follows claims by Janusz Waluś, the assassin of Chris Hani, who …

Nigerian man extradited to U.S. for alleged 'sextortion' of teen who died by suicide

A Nigerian man who was indicted in connection with the "sextortion" of a South Carolina teen who died by suicide has been extradited to the U.S. to face prosecution, the Justice Department said Monday. Gavin Guffey, 17, died by suicide in 2022 …

Woman gets more than 3-year prison term for helping pregnant Chinese women get to US

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California woman was sentenced Monday to more than 3 years in prison in a long-running case over a business that helped pregnant Chinese women travel to the United States to deliver babies who automatically became American citizens. U. …

Nigerian man's extradition to South Carolina brings justice in teen sextortion case

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WACH) — A Nigerian man will face charges in South Carolina for sextortion charges against a minor. Federal law enforcement officers extradited 24-year-old Hassanbunhussein Lawal over the weekend from Lagos Nigeria. Lawal is facing five …

Refugee’s justice hopes ‘crushed’ after Italy releases Libya war crimes suspect

A man who says he experienced abuses at a notorious prison in Tripoli at the hands of the head of Libya’s judicial police, Osama Najim, has said Italy has “crushed” his hopes for justice by releasing the war crimes suspect despite an international criminal …

Two men, believed to have escaped from Mozambican prison in December, arrested in Mpumalanga

Two Mozambican nationals, believed to be part of the group which broke out of a Maputo prison in December, have been arrested in Mpumalanga. IOL reported last month that more than 1,500 prisoners had escaped from prison in neighbouring Mozambique, after …

Stan Alieke Cuts Ties with Speed Darlington

The lawyer-client relationship between Speed Darlington and his legal representative, Stan Alieke, has officially hit the rocks. Taking to Instagram, Stan Alieke announced that his law firm, Law Capitol, will no longer represent the controversial singer. …

News24 | Two Mozambican prison escapees rearrested in SA

Two escapees from a Mozambican prison have been rearrested. (Heleen Boshoff/TygerBurger) Two escapees from a Mozambican prison have been rearrested. The men were apprehended in Malelane in Mpumalanga. Police believe the men are part of a group that …

US and Egyptian contractors screening vehicles at Gaza checkpoint

US and Egyptian security contractors are screening Palestinian vehicles travelling from southern to northern Gaza under the ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas, a Palestinian security official says. The contractors are tasked with …

Zambian prisons are in sub-human conditions – HRC

HUMAN Rights Commission Chairperson Dr Pamela Sambo says the United Nations Special Rapporteur’s visit to Zambia is not unusual. And Dr Sambo says the commission won’t give special attention to cases involving politically exposed persons because there are …

TRUSTEE SALE REVERSAL FOR WATSONVILLE HOMEOWNER WITH HELP FROM THE NONPROFIT ALLIANCE OF CONSUMER ADVOCATES

Local Resident Recaptures Home After Trustee Sale Auction is Concluded WATSONVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Richard Nathanson, a long-time resident of Watsonville, has successfully recaptured his home after a …

Collaborative Divorce Illinois Joins Divorce With Respect Week® 2025

Collaborative Divorce Illinois is a no-for-profit interdisciplinary group of divorce professionals, dedicated to helping Illinois couples separate with dignity. IL, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As part of Divorce With …

PetroShore Lança sua AMLTool: A Solução tecnológica para o cumprimento da regulamentação sobre o Lavagem de Dinheiro

ANGOLA, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A PetroShore, líder em consultoria em conformidade normativa, anuncia o lançamento de sua inovadora AMLTool, uma solução tecnológica avançada projetada para ajudar as empresas a cumprir as …

Vacca Family Law Group Participating In Divorce With Respect Week® 2025

This nationwide effort is designed to educate couples about the Collaborative Divorce process. NY, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vacca Family Law Group will participate in the 4th annual Divorce With Respect Week® March 3 …

Optimise Law Launches Cutting-Edge Digital Marketing, Web Design, and AI Solutions for Law Firms

WINDSOR, BERKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Optimise Law, a pioneering digital marketing and technology agency dedicated to law firms, is proud to announce its official launch. Offering a comprehensive suite of …

Legal Guidance for Los Angeles Wildfire Survivors: Understanding Rights and Resources

For individuals facing property damage and displacement, the legal community has stepped up to offer assistance. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recent wildfires across the Los Angeles region have left …

Harter Secrest & Emery Joins B2i Digital's Featured Expert Program

B2i Digital Will Highlight Harter Secrest & Emery's Full-Range of Legal Services Across Over 40 Key Practice Areas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Harter Secrest & Emery’s Securities and Capital …

The Home Loan Arranger Recommends The Cash-Out Refinance Up To 90% Loan-To-Value, Excluding Private Mortgage Insurance

The Home Loan Arranger highlights the top financial product: a 90% Loan to Value Cash Out Refinance without Private Mortgage Insurance PITTSBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Home Loan Arranger a top mortgage …

Serena McGann Joins Keith Family Law

NJ, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keith Family Law is being joined by highly skilled family law attorney, Serena K. McGann. In her practice, McGann has had a special interest in empowering disenfranchised women. McGann, …

Private Jet Card Comparisons Launches Enterprise Subscriptions for Wealth Advisors and Lifestyle Providers

Pathstone, One of the Largest Independent Registered Investment Advisors Dedicated to Serving the UHNW market, Becomes Launch Customer of ENTERPRISE SOLUTIONS MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Private Jet Card …

Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX) Investor Alert: Grabar Law Investigates Claims as Securities Fraud Class Action Survives ...

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- If you have held Equinix, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQIX) shares since prior to May 3, 2019, and would like to learn more about the investigation, your rights, and your potential for recovery at no cost to you, please …

INVESTOR ALERT: Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. (NYSE: IIPR); ...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. (NYSE: IIPR) (“IIPR” or the “Company”) securities between …

INVESTOR ALERT: Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI); DiCello Levitt LLP ...

SAN DIEGO, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired FTAI Aviation Ltd. (NASDAQ: FTAI) (“FTAI” or the “Company”) securities between July 23, 2024 and …

Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP announces that it is investigating Red Cat Holdings, Inc. for potential ...

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP ("Wolf Haldenstein"), a preeminent national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is …

Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. Investors: Please contact the Portnoy Law Firm to recover your losses. February 7, 2025 ...

Investors can contact the law firm at no cost to learn more about recovering their losses LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Kyverna Therapeutics, Inc. ("Kyverna" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: KYTX) …

BioAge Labs (BIOA) Faces Securities Class Action On Behalf Of IPO Investors After Discontinuing Weight-Loss Drug Trial– ...

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioAge Labs (NASDAQ: BIOA), a biopharmaceutical company focused on metabolic diseases, is facing a class-action lawsuit from shareholders who allege the company misled investors about the safety and …

DMC Global Inc. Investors: Please contact the Portnoy Law Firm to recover your losses. February 4, 2025 Deadline to file ...

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises DMC Global Inc. ("DMC Global" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: BOOM) investors of a class action representing investors that bought securities between May 3, 2024 and …

Customers Bancorp, Inc. Investors: Please contact the Portnoy Law Firm to recover your losses. January 31, 2025 Deadline ...

Investors can contact the law firm at no cost to learn more about recovering their losses LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Customers Bancorp, Inc. ("Customers Bancorp" or the "Company") (NYSE: …

Dave Inc. Company Investigated by the Portnoy Law Firm

Investors can contact the law firm at no cost to learn more about recovering their losses ​LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Dave Inc. (“Dave” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: DAVE) investors that the firm has initiated …

Securities Class Action Allegations Cast Shadow Over Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN)– Hagens Berman

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) faces a securities fraud class action after shares of the company plunged $84.59 on Oct. 31, 2024, wiping out about $9 billion of market value. Hagens Berman …