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The Maldives Supreme Court rules that the imprisoned ex-president…

Maldives (Commonwealth Union)_ The Supreme Court of the Maldives rendered a decisive verdict, precluding the imprisoned former president, Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom, from contesting...

Despite the decision of the European court, World Athletics…

Africa (Commonwealth Union) _ The lawyer representing Caster Semenya, the acclaimed South African champion runner, expressed profound disappointment and frustration with the response of...

Parliament approves  the industrial and medical growing of cannabis

Africa (Commonwealth Union) _ In a notable achievement, Ghana's parliament has recently enacted the Narcotics Control Commission Bill, 2023, thereby giving the Ministry of...

Can genocide defendants return to court?

Fulgence Kayishema, a former police officer and one of the most wanted suspects in Rwanda's genocide, appeared in a court in Cape Town, South...

Court upholds the restriction on importing GMOs.

AFRICA ( Commonwealth Union) _ The Attorney General (AG) has been unsuccessful in their attempt to suspend orders that prohibit the importation of genetically...

If Euronav wins in court, Unicredit and other trade financing companies could leave the industry

The global shipping industry plays a crucial role in facilitating global trade. However, it is not without its challenges. One of the most significant...

What will happen if South Africa leaves the International Criminal Court?

AFRICA ( Commonwealth Union) _ The  South Africa's president, Cyril Ramaphosa stated that the country will leave the International Criminal Court (ICC) , which...

India opposes same-sex marriage: court filing

India (Commonwealth Union)_ This case is being closely watched by people across the country and beyond, as it has the potential to significantly alter...