Jacob Zuma of the MK Party has issued a veiled threat to the Electoral Commission (IEC), demanding a rerun of the polls in KwaZulu-Natal. Zuma warned of potential unrest if the IEC announced the results before resolving claims of electoral irregularities, showcasing a troubling challenge to democratic processes.
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Kenya's President William Ruto has overturned a controversial ban on the stimulant muguka in several regions. Endorsing muguka as a legal crop, he allocated $3.7m to expand its cultivation, sparking opposition from religious groups and a drug abuse agency.
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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is preparing to retaliate after a week of silence following attacks from various quarters. He was due to respond at a church service in Endarasha, Kieni, but the event was cancelled. Gachagua faces a potential power struggle with President Ruto, with his position as Mt Kenya's leader being challenged by other politicians.
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