Oman welcomes statement from United States, Egypt and Qatar on Gaza war

Julius Malema, a controversial South African politician, has been denied entry to the UK due to being deemed "non-conducive to the public good," with the Home Office citing his support for Hamas and threats against white people as reasons. This marks the second rejection in two months, with no right of appeal, prompting his party, the Economic Freedom Fighters, to label the decision as "cowardice." Need More Context? 🔎

Sibuyile Magingxa, co-winner of Johannesburg’s R263-million water tanker tender, and his partner Lesedi Phala were seen in a South African delegation alongside Paul Mashatile, despite their absence from official records. This situation highlights issues of access without accountability and the influence of political connections in tender processes. Need More Context? 🔎

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? 🔎