In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, clashes are intensifying as M23 rebels recapture two villages in North Kivu province, just days after losing them. The fighting comes amid a fragile Angolan-brokered ceasefire, with thousands of civilians fleeing their homes and both sides accusing each other of violations. The surge follows the killing of the M23's military spokesperson in a drone strike, raising questions about the group's next moves and the humanitarian impact on the region. For analysis,  Stephanie Wolters, Senior Research Fellow at the South African Institute of International Affairs, and Director of Okapi Consulting, specialising in the Great Lakes region.

In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, clashes are intensifying as M23 rebels recapture two villages in North Kivu province, just days after losing them. The fighting comes amid a fragile Angolan-brokered ceasefire, with thousands of civilians fleeing their homes and both sides accusing each other of violations. The surge follows the killing of the M23's military spokesperson in a drone strike, raising questions about the group's next moves and the humanitarian impact on the region. For analysis, &nbsp;Stephanie Wolters, Senior Research Fellow at the South African Institute of International Affairs, and Director of Okapi Consulting, specialising in the Great Lakes region.

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M23 Retakes Villages in North Kivu Amid Fragile Ceasefire

Nearly a quarter of a century after Zimbabwe's fast-track land reform programme reshaped the country's agricultural sector, the issue of compensation for dispossessed commercial farmers remains unresolved. In 2008, the SADC Tribunal ruled that the Zimbabwean government had violated property rights and should pay compensation - a judgment that Harare rejected, and after which the Tribunal itself was effectively suspended.Now, Ben Freeth spokesperson for SADC Tribunal Rights Watch and Executive Director of the Mike Campbell Foundation - has written an open letter to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, calling for the restoration of the rule of law and fair compensation for thousands of former title deed holders.

Nearly a quarter of a century after Zimbabwe's fast-track land reform programme reshaped the country's agricultural sector, the issue of compensation for dispossessed commercial farmers remains unresolved. In 2008, the SADC Tribunal ruled that the Zimbabwean government had violated property rights and should pay compensation - a judgment that Harare rejected, and after which the Tribunal itself was effectively suspended.Now, Ben Freeth spokesperson for SADC Tribunal Rights Watch and Executive Director of the Mike Campbell Foundation - has written an open letter to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, calling for the restoration of the rule of law and fair compensation for thousands of former title deed holders.

SADC Tribunal Rights Watch Calls on Zimbabwe to Honor Property Rights 

South Africa's consumer protection authority, The National Consumer Commission, has launched an investigation into several major brands of sanitary pads following concerns that some products may contain potentially harmful chemicals. The move comes after a recent university study found traces of so-called endocrine-disrupting chemicals - substances linked to hormonal imbalances, infertility and certain cancers - in some commonly used menstrual products. Millions of women and girls across South Africa rely on disposable sanitary pads every month, and the findings have sparked widespread public debate about product safety, health risks and menstrual dignity. Thuto Ngobeni reports.

South Africa's consumer protection authority, The National Consumer Commission, has launched an investigation into several major brands of sanitary pads following concerns that some products may contain potentially harmful chemicals. The move comes after a recent university study found traces of so-called endocrine-disrupting chemicals - substances linked to hormonal imbalances, infertility and certain cancers - in some commonly used menstrual products. Millions of women and girls across South Africa rely on disposable sanitary pads every month, and the findings have sparked widespread public debate about product safety, health risks and menstrual dignity. Thuto Ngobeni reports.

SA's Consumer Commission Probes Sanitary Pad Safety Over Chemical Concerns 

A Commission of Inquiry, investigating allegations of corruption and fraud in the police service in South Africa, continues. Yesterday, suspended human resources head in the city of Ekurhuleni, Linda Gxasheka, took the stand at the Madlanga Commission. Gxasheka is one of the top Ekurhuleni officials who have been accused of protecting suspended city Metropolitan Police Deputy Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi, from facing disciplinary action.  To reflect on this week's proceedings at the Adhoc committee, is security strategist and Retired Interpol Ambassador  Andy Mashaile....

A Commission of Inquiry, investigating allegations of corruption and fraud in the police service in South Africa, continues. Yesterday, suspended human resources head in the city of Ekurhuleni, Linda Gxasheka, took the stand at the Madlanga Commission. Gxasheka is one of the top Ekurhuleni officials who have been accused of protecting suspended city Metropolitan Police Deputy Chief, Julius Mkhwanazi, from facing disciplinary action. &nbsp;To reflect on this week's proceedings at the Adhoc committee, is security strategist and Retired Interpol Ambassador &nbsp;Andy Mashaile....

M23 Retakes Villages in North Kivu Amid Fragile Ceasefire

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