Africa: The End of ISWAP’s ‘Hearts and Minds’ Strategy?

African countries are working towards unifying their labour migration policies through a draft Model Law on Labour Migration aimed at addressing issues like xenophobia and migrant rights. Developed by the Pan-African Parliament, this proposal seeks to harmonize existing legal frameworks and enhance protections for migrants, but its success hinges on the political will of member states to implement the law effectively. Need More Context? 🔎

A Nigerian university, Olabisi Onabanjo University, faced backlash after a viral video showed female students being touched to check for bras before exams, sparking accusations of sexism and potential legal violations. While student leaders defended the controversial dress code aimed at promoting a distraction-free environment, they acknowledged the need for alternative enforcement methods. Need More Context? 🔎

A British woman, Yvonne Ford, 59, died from rabies after being scratched by a stray puppy while on holiday in Morocco. Her family reported that she experienced severe symptoms two weeks after returning to the UK, prompting health officials to assess close contacts and provide vaccinations as a precaution, noting no risk to the wider public. Need More Context? 🔎

The family of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu has halted the return of his body from South Africa, citing the government's failure to adhere to funeral arrangements, including a lack of consultation on a draft program. Tensions between the family and the government continue amid a national mourning period, with Lungu's body expected to be repatriated eventually for burial following a state funeral on June 22. Need More Context? 🔎

Controversial Kenyan televangelist Gilbert Deya, known for claiming he could create miraculous pregnancies, died in a road accident near Kisumu, Kenya, which also injured at least 30 others, including his wife and students from a university bus. Deya, who faced legal issues linked to child trafficking but was acquitted two years ago, was mourned by local officials, including Siaya County Governor James Orengo. Need More Context? 🔎

Belgian prosecutors aim to trial 92-year-old former diplomat Etienne Davignon for his alleged role in the unlawful detention and killing of Congolese independence leader Patrice Lumumba in 1961. Lumumba's children have sought justice since 2011, following Belgium's moral responsibility acknowledgment and apology for the assassination, which was carried out with tacit Belgian support. Need More Context? 🔎