Tag: Judiciary
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Federal Judge Denies Request to Block ICE Surge in Minnesota
Overview of the ruling A federal judge in Minnesota has denied a request from the state government and the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to temporarily block a surge of federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. The decision comes amid ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement tactics, civil liberties, and public safety concerns in…
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Why Transparency in Asylum Status Sparks Debate in Britain’s Justice System
Rethinking Secrecy in Asylum Decisions The debate over whether asylum statuses should be public in Britain is more than a procedural quibble. It touches on public safety, accountability for the judiciary, and the balance between individual privacy and the public’s right to know how immigration decisions are made. Advocates for greater transparency argue that openness…
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Stepfather jailed for four years over decades of abuse against partner’s children
Former partner’s children subjected to years of abuse A man described in court as a cruel stepfather has been jailed for four years after being found guilty of abusing his partner’s children in the Midlands during the 1990s. The victims, three complainants now aged in their 30s and 40s, told jurors that they endured almost…
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Court Orders Government to Buy Local Rice Before Duty-Free Imports
Overview of the Court Ruling A Kenyan court has mandated a structured approach to importing duty-free rice, setting a strict 30-day window for the government to prioritize purchases of locally produced rice. The decision, issued by Justice Edward Muriithi, directs the Importing Authority to facilitate the importation of 254,000 metric tonnes of duty-free rice in…
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Judiciary clarifies interpreter deployment at Opuwo court
Background: Interpreting services at Opuwo court The Office of the Judiciary has addressed concerns about the availability of indigenous language interpreters at the Opuwo Magistrate’s Court, specifically for Otjiherero and Damara/Nama speakers. In a statement, judiciary spokespeople outlined the processes in place to ensure that defendants, witnesses, and plaintiffs can access legal proceedings in their…
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Judiciary Clarifies Interpreter Deployment at Opuwo Court
Ensuring Language Access in Namibian Courts Access to justice hinges on clear communication. In Namibia, indigenous language interpreters play a crucial role in court proceedings, especially in rural regions where Otjiherero and Damara/Nama are widely spoken. In response to concerns about interpreter availability at the Opuwo Magistrate’s Court, the Office of the Judiciary has issued…
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Former French Senator Convicted for Spiking Lawmaker’s Drink to Assault Her
Former French Senator Convicted of Drugging a Colleague A former French senator was found guilty and sentenced to 1.5 years in prison on Tuesday after drugging a fellow lawmaker with ecstasy to misuse her, according to French judicial authorities. The case has shaken expectations about accountability in political circles and highlighted the enduring trauma suffered…
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Fubara Impeachment: Court Suspends Restraining Order, Indefinite Adjourment Looms
Overview: Court Suspends Restraining Order in Fubara Impeachment Case The ongoing impeachment drama surrounding the Rivers State Chief Justice has taken a new turn after the High Court in Oyigbo, Port Harcourt, suspended its order restraining the Chief Justice from acting on the Rivers Assembly’s request. The development came as Amaewhule and several other key…
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Kenya: Supreme Court Lifts Ban on Ahmednasir Abdullahi’s Appearance Before It
Overview: A New Chapter for a Veteran Lawyer The Supreme Court of Kenya has formally lifted the restriction that prevented Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi from appearing before the court. The decision, delivered on January 23, 2026, ends a two-year sanction that had sidelined one of the nation’s most prominent legal voices. Abdullahi, who has long…
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How Trump’s Presidency Tests the Constitution: A Challenge to the Democratic Foundation
Overview: A Presidency Rewriting the Rules? The early months of President Donald Trump’s return to the White House have sparked a vigorous debate among scholars, lawyers, and civic groups about whether a series of aggressive moves by the executive branch marks a fundamental shift in American governance. Critics argue that the administration’s actions have expanded…