Jealous Mpofu, a Zimbabwean ranger, has been recognized by the charity Tusk as its ranger of the year for his 25-year effort in conserving painted dogs, an endangered species in southern Africa. Mpofu, who grew up near Hwange National Park and once worked as a casual laborer, became the first ranger for Painted Dog Conservation, founded by Peter Blinston. Despite challenges, including the dispersal of Hwange's last pack in 2006, Mpofu's dedication led to the successful rehabilitation and release of painted dogs, with one female raising up to 30 puppies. Mpofu, who leads a team of six rangers, is known for his intimate knowledge of the dogs and his anti-poaching efforts. His work has allowed him to support his family and community, and he plans to use the £30,000 grant from the award to benefit both his family and the painted dogs.

Patrick Herminie, the main opposition leader in the Seychelles, has been charged with witchcraft alongside seven others following the discovery of two exhumed bodies in a cemetery on Mahé island. Herminie, who intends to run for president, denies the charges and suggests the case is a political witch-hunt against him, stemming from his contact details being found in a fellow suspect's WhatsApp messages. The fellow suspect, a Tanzanian, was arrested at the Seychelles' main airport with various items described as satanic.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu's new economic policies, including the removal of a petrol subsidy, ejection of the central bank governor, and floating of the naira, have led to a surge in living costs and widespread criticism among Nigerians. The policies have been praised by foreign investors and have resulted in the highest stock levels in 15 years, but have also led to increased inflation and economic strain for citizens. The national domestic security agency arrested the former central bank governor, and the devaluation of the naira and removal of the fuel subsidy are causing inflation. Some Nigerians are adapting by walking to work or staying at work overnight, and there is a call for Tinubu to reduce government spending. Analysts see the potential for long-term stability and investment, but immediate challenges remain for the population.

African telenovelas are gaining global popularity, with Nigeria's 'Itura' and South Africa's 'Legacy' leading the charge. These shows are now being dubbed into Spanish for Latin American audiences, challenging the long-standing dominance of Latin American telenovelas. MultiChoice and its streaming service Showmax are key players in this trend, broadcasting these series through Africa Magic channels in various languages. The success of these telenovelas is attributed to their quality, cultural resonance, and the use of talent from the prolific Nollywood film industry.

Ireti Kingibe, an engineer and wife of a former minister, has been elected as Abuja's new senator, representing the Labour Party. She plans to donate her salary to support policies aimed at wealth redistribution, improving access to water, health, education, and supporting farmers. Despite her progressive stance, female representation in Nigeria's parliament is declining, with Nigeria ranking 180th out of 186 countries for female parliamentary representation. Advocates like Abosede George-Ogan call for legislative action to increase women's participation in politics, citing financial barriers and violence as deterrents. Kingibe aims to push for more female representation within the Labour Party and establish a national lobby for women across parties.

Shell faces a lawsuit from over 13,000 individuals affected by oil spills in the Niger Delta, Nigeria. The claims, representing two communities totaling over 65,000 people, seek compensation and a potentially unprecedented oil clean-up. The legal battle, initiated in 2015, reached the UK Supreme Court in 2021, which allowed the case to be heard in England.

Nigeria's advertising regulator has announced a ban on the use of foreign models and voiceover artists in adverts, effective from October, as part of a policy to develop local talent. Previously, companies were charged a tariff for using foreign models, positioning Nigeria as a strict environment for media representation.

Maksim Levin, a photojournalist and documentary filmmaker whose work appeared in The Times, was killed by Russian soldiers in Huta-Mezhyhirska, north of Kyiv. The 44-year-old, who worked for LB.ua and contributed to Reuters, leaves behind a wife and four children. He was found shot twice amidst heavy shelling in the village. John Pullman of Reuters expressed that Levin's death is a significant loss to journalism.