Social Issues
The Lagos State government has issued an explanation regarding the demolition of structures in Makoko and other areas. This follows reports highlighting the oppression faced by the poor in the Makoko community.
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South Africa's gambling industry has grown rapidly, with turnover reaching R1.5 trillion in the 2024/25 financial year, despite high unemployment and financial strain on households. This expansion, driven largely by online betting, reflects coping mechanisms rather than economic confidence. Problem gambling rates have risen sharply, straining mental health services.
Twenty years after the tragedy that killed Zyed and Bouna in Clichy-sous-Bois, Sarcelles mayor Patrick Haddad calls for reaffirming collective ambition through a national urban plan. Despite undeniable progress in priority neighborhoods, he denounces persistent fractures and budget cuts. In his view, public action must be strengthened amid multiple crises.
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Temi Kayode-Ojo is leading efforts to empower women, as highlighted in a recent feature. The initiative focuses on supporting female advancement in society.