The new Archbishop of Maputo, Dom João Carlos, expresses concern over complaints of alleged electoral misconduct in Mozambique's voter registration process. In an exclusive interview with VOA in Namaacha, Maputo, he emphasizes the desire for a peaceful process. This statement comes as he presides over a major pilgrimage at the country's largest sanctuary for the first time since becoming Archbishop, following Pope Francis's acceptance of Dom Francisco Chimóio's resignation on May 5. The sanctuary is witnessing a massive return of faithful after three years of COVID-19 restrictions.

Mozambican Leonardo Simão, newly appointed as the UN Special Representative for West Africa and the Sahel, will focus on security issues related to terrorism and organized crime, as well as providing assistance to refugees from Sudan in Chad. Simão, a former Mozambican Foreign Minister and ambassador, is recognized for his diplomatic skills and is expected to collaborate with regional organizations such as the African Union and ECOWAS. His appointment is seen as prestigious for Mozambican diplomacy and a sign of the UN Secretary-General's friendship with Mozambique. Simão will also draw on Mozambican expertise to support his mission.

The year 2022 was marked by oddities, including the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the global tech sector slowdown with big tech layoffs, Elon Musk's acquisition and controversial management of Twitter, the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the ascension of King Charles III, balanced US midterm elections, Xi Jinping's third term in China, and the bizarre political climate in Brazil post-elections with Lula's victory and Bolsonaro's refusal to accept the results.

The article discusses proposals to reform Article 101 of the Brazilian Constitution to increase the number of Supreme Federal Court (STF) justices from eleven to fifteen. It examines the historical evolution of the court's composition, the workload and efficiency of the STF, and the potential benefits and drawbacks of increasing the number of justices. The author also explores the political implications of such a change, including the potential for 'court-packing' and the strategic timing of appointments. The article concludes that while there are various arguments for and against the increase, it is essential not to overlook the discussion to avoid a trivial future decision on the constitutional court's composition.

Natalia Gigante, a partner at Daniel Advogados, warns of the risks associated with purchasing counterfeit products during the World Cup, highlighting the lack of quality control and potential health hazards. She advises consumers to be cautious when shopping online due to the risk of fraud and data theft and recommends buying from official or authorized stores to ensure product quality and authenticity.

The Boca da Onça, the largest waterfall in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, has completely dried up due to a lack of rain this winter. The waterfall, located in Bodoquena, began to dry up at the end of July. The phenomenon La Niña, which causes a decrease in ocean surface temperatures and delays rainfall, is one of the main reasons for the drought. Despite the dry conditions, the Fazenda Boca da Onça continues to attract tourists by offering alternative activities and promotional prices.

The Special Body of the TJ/SP ruled unconstitutional the law 2.904/20 from the municipality of Itapecerica da Serra, which required the inclusion of politicians' names on inauguration plaques for public works. The court found that the law imposed obligations on the executive branch, infringing on its competencies. The law mandated the inclusion of the name of the state or federal deputy responsible for the parliamentary amendment funding any public works or building renovations. The rapporteur of the ADIn, Justice Xavier de Aquino, stated that the law violated constitutional principles by promoting personal and political interests, which is prohibited in public administration works, services, and campaigns.

The 1st Private Law Chamber of the TJ/SP overturned a decision that had condemned Band to pay compensation to a drone footage owner used in the broadcaster's program. The court considered that the video excerpts did not constitute an offense to the author's rights, as they were not the main focus of the report. The footage, claimed by the videomaker to be his work, was used as a background during an interview with the mayor on the Bora SP program. The original ruling required Band to pay R$ 3,000 in moral damages and to publish video credits for three consecutive days. However, the appeal was successful, and the initial claims were deemed unfounded.