SADC governments spending over R320 billion a year on debt repayments The South AfricanActSA has warned wealthy nations they could be accused of neo-colonialism unless they address issues with illegitimate debt owed by SADC countries.
China is proving key to reducing Africa’s wildlife trafficking Institute for Security StudiesOther Chinese nationals have also been arrested in international law enforcement operations. In July 2018, the Lusaka Agreement Task Force (LATF) di…
Human smugglers face a dry spell with Mexico’s crackdown on Central American migration The Spokesman-ReviewA crackdown by Mexican authorities – acting at the insistence of President Donald Trump – has dramatically reduced the flow of Central…
Kenya: Police Unmask Top Suspects in Coast Drug Syndicate AllAfrica.comDuring a fundraiser for Lamu fire victims in Nairobi in September 2009, Mr Ali Punjani was among those who came forth to give their contributions.
Special hotline for public complaints on illicit liquor adaderana.lkThe Excise Department will launch a special four-digit hotline 1913 from today (19) to receive public complaints on illegal Liquor, the Ministry of Finance said …
Big talk but little action on illicit financial flows Business DayNew report highlights huge cost of illegal transfer pricing, but the problems are global and systemic, says the UN.
Gulf tensions: Iranian tanker sought by US heads to unknown destination News NationAn Iranian super tanker that the US suspects to be tied to a sanctioned organization hauling US dollar 130 million worth of light crude oil has lifted its anc…
Gulf tensions: Iranian tanker sought by US heads to unknown destination News NationAn Iranian super tanker that the US suspects to be tied to a sanctioned organization hauling US dollar 130 million worth of light crude oil has lifted its anc…
Crack cocaine makes a Paris neighbourhood ‘Hell’ for users and residents SBS NewsFive squalid acres at the edge of the city are home to France’s largest open-air crack market — an “apocalyptic situation,” the local police chief says.
CBK: Deadline for return of old notes is fixed The StandardNjoroge said after September 30, the old generation Sh1,000 bank notes will be rendered valueless.
FREE TO READ: Get this week’s M&G Mail and GuardianErrors in email addresses contributed to the row between the protector, the bank and the president. The PP must now pay Vrede costs. The high court says the …
With Recent Terror Attacks, IS Expands Presence in Mozambique Sierra Leone TimesLast week, militants affiliated with the Islamic State (IS) terror group stormed into a Christian village in northern Mozambique, burning houses and forcing …
With Recent Terror Attacks, IS Expands Presence in Mozambique VOA NewsLast week, militants affiliated with the Islamic State (IS) terror group stormed into a Christian village in northern Mozambique, burning houses and forcing …
Letters to the editor | August 19, 2019 Tasmania ExaminerYour say on GM moratorium, Newstart, car warnings and the tobacco industry.
Thailand animal trafficking cases difficult to prosecute Washington TimesOne animal welfare group compared the capture of suspected animal trafficking kingpin Boonchai Bach last year to “catching one of the Corleones.” And, just …
Thailand animal trafficking cases difficult to prosecute Washington TimesWhen Thailand arrested suspected animal trafficking kingpin Boonchai Bach last year, it was hailed by animal rights groups as a watershed day and a chance to …
Wildlife summit mulls trade rules to counter ‘unprecedented’ species declines ARY NEWSConservationists warned of “unprecedented” species declines Saturday as countries met in Geneva to tighten rules on trade in elephant ivory and products fr…
Dairy Welfare RealAgricultureThe Liberals basically took the same approach Harper intended to take back in 2015 when trade deals were signed and almost the same amount. We now know …
Police uncover monkey skulls NW Evening MailA POLICE operation into the trading of endangered species has seized 30 MONKEY skulls.
Israeli Illegal Arms Trade in South Sudan Was Disguised as “Agriculture” The Real News NetworkInvestigative journalist Sam Mednik revealed that the agricultural company Green Horizons was a front for former Israeli general Israel Ziv’s secur…
The Hidden Law That Could Stop The Reckless Oversupply of Opioids to American Families The National Interest OnlineThe massive scale of prescription opioid shipments as the ongoing overdose epidemic unfolded has started to come into focus. D…
Riders kill suspect over theft of a motor cycle Standard DigitalBoda boda operators descended on Patrick Ng’ang’a after he was named as an accomplice in the illicit trade.
Wildlife summit mulls trade rules to counter ‘unprecedented’ species declines Phys.OrgConservationists warned of “unprecedented” species declines Saturday as countries met in Geneva to tighten rules on trade in elephant ivory and products fr…
Drug Trafficking Feeds the Ayatollah’s Power American ThinkerGlobal drug trafficking generates at least $426 billion to $652 billion per year, making it one of the most lucrative illicit markets in the world. So of course, those …
How alcohol firms endanger drinkers in multi-billion bootlegging scandal Daily NationKenya levies heavy tax on ethanol, making it a lucrative product to smuggle.
Iran’s Police confiscate 57 kg illicit drugs in Naein Mehr News Agency – English VersionTEHRAN, Aug. 18 (MNA) – The police forces of Naein in Isfahan Province, Iran have seized 57 Kilogram of opium during an operation.
Police unmask top suspects in Coast drug syndicate Daily NationPolice unmask suspected kingpins of the narcotics trade in the coastal counties of Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu and Kwale.
Police unmask top suspects in Coast drug syndicate Daily NationPolice unmask suspected kingpins of the narcotics trade in the coastal counties of Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu and Kwale.
Trade rules debated to halt ‘unprecedented’ species declines CTV NewsConservationists warned of ‘unprecedented’ species declines Saturday as countries met in Geneva to tighten rules on trade in elephant ivory and products from …
Wildlife Meet Mulls Trade Rules to Counter ‘Unprecedented’ Species Declines Courthouse News ServiceGENEVA, Switzerland (AFP) – Amid growing alarm over accelerating extinctions, a major international conference opened in Geneva Saturday aimin…
Key wildlife meet eyes to toughen trade rules The Daily StarAmid growing alarm over accelerating extinctions, a major international conference opened in Geneva yesterday aiming to tighten rules on trade in elephant …
US moves to seize Iranian oil tanker stuck at Gibraltar Taipei TimesWashington has issued a warrant to seize the supertanker Grace 1, which was detained last month on suspicion of hauling Iranian oil to Syria in contravention of …
US moves to seize Iranian oil tanker stuck at Gibraltar Taipei TimesWashington has issued a warrant to seize the supertanker Grace 1, which was detained last month on suspicion of hauling Iranian oil to Syria in contravention of …
Tightening US-Philippines relations | Philstar.com Philippine StarThe recent signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the United States and the Philippines to establish a state-of-the art Regional …
Summary of the outcome of the Third Review Conference on the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects – World ReliefWebIntroduction. This document highlights the main outcomes of the United Nations conference held in …
Meet the Journalist Who Exposed the Jeffrey Epsteins of Victorian London The National Interest OnlineW.T. Stead’s series of articles detailing a sordid sex ring rocked London.
Wildlife meet mulls trade rules to counter ‘unprecedented’ species declines Saudi GazetteGENEVA – Amid growing alarm over accelerating extinctions, a major international conference opened in Geneva Saturday aiming to tighten rules on trade i…
Japan-South Korea spat underscores importance of export controls Nikkei Asian ReviewTOKYO — Backlash in South Korea continues unabated against moves by the Japanese government to tighten controls on exports to the country.But a.
During secret Venezuela talks, Maduro offered new elections. Is it a real breakthrough or a stall? The Philadelphia InquirerSkepticism around the talks in Oslo remains high among opposition leaders and U.S. officials, some of whom say Maduro…
EU Regulatory Expert to Keynote AIM Summit 2019 IT News OnlinePittsburgh, PA, August 17, 2019 –(PR.com)– AIM, the trusted worldwide industry association for the automatic identification industry, providing unbiased …
House probe sought on cigarette smuggling, fake stamps that deprive govt of billions in revenues Manila BulletinBillions of pesos in revenues are lost annually to smugglers and local syndicates involved in the production of fake cigarette re…
Swiss expert warns over lucrative illegal wildlife trade SWI swissinfo.ch in EnglishThe illegal trade in wildlife has become a massively lucrative, low-risk activity controlled by criminal groups, warns Swiss expert Mathias Lörtscher.
Ethiopia: Int’l Price Cut, Illicit Trade Cripple Coffee Exports AllAfrica.comThis year’s collapsing global coffee prices, which are nearly a third of prices in 2011 and the lowest in 13 years, have left Ethiopia’s 5.3 million coffee farmers …
During secret Venezuela talks, Maduro offered new elections. Is it a real breakthrough or a stall? The Washington PostSkepticism around the talks in Oslo remains high among opposition leaders and U.S. officials, some of whom say Maduro may b…
SADC losing $30 billion annually in illicit outflows, debt payments – Actsa report Nyasa TimesNew research by Action for Southern Africa (ACTSA) finds that the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region loses US$8.8 billion in …
25 years in jail as drug lord Baktash Akasha gives up most rights in deal Standard DigitalThe jail term now deals immortal blow to the Akasha narcotics empire and Baktash will also pay a fine of Sh10 million.
25 years in jail as drug lord Baktash Akasha gives up most rights in deal Standard DigitalThe jail term now deals immortal blow to the Akasha narcotics empire and Baktash will also pay a fine of Sh10 million.
Shop loses licence over illegal cigarettes and Viagra-like pills expressandstar.comA shop in Wolverhampton has lost its licence after Trading Standards bosses seized almost £10000 illegal cigarettes and unregulated Viagra-like …
Shop loses licence over ‘Viagra-like’ drugs and illegal cigarettes Birmingham LiveAn off-licence in Wolverhampton has lost its licence after Trading Standards bosses seized a large haul of illegal cigarettes and unregulated Viagra-like …
Shop loses licence over ‘Viagra-like’ drugs and illegal cigarettes Birmingham LiveAnonymous tip-offs were made before the shop was raided.
Sales of smuggled cigarettes in Blackpool “too lucrative to give up” Blackpool GazetteA warning has been sent to stores in Blackpool selling illegal cigarettes after town hall bosses stripped a trader of his alcohol licence.
Kenyan drug lord Baktash Akasha sentenced to 25 years The Star, KenyaHis brother Ibrahim will be sentenced by the same court in November.
Organised crime police in Australia seize 1.5 tonnes of smuggled tobacco worth A$1.5 million Illicit TradePolice in Australia discovered a 1.5-tonne consignment of illicit tobacco estimated to be worth A$1.5 million ($1.01 million) in Sydney…
The fight to protect the world’s most trafficked wild commodity National GeographicChinese demand for rosewood—trafficked more than ivory, rhino horn, and pangolin scales—is fueling a crisis in Guatemala’s forests.
The fight to protect the world’s most trafficked wild commodity National GeographicChinese demand for rosewood—trafficked more than ivory, rhino horn, and pangolin scales—is fueling a crisis in Guatemala’s forests.
Hard times for migrant smugglers amid crackdown Los Angeles TimesIt’s tough going for people smugglers, known as coyotes, as Mexico’s crackdown on Central American migration puts a crimp on business. One Guatemalan …
Zimbabwe: Zim Loses U.S.$34m Through Illicit Financial Flows – Report AllAfrica – Top Africa NewsSouthern Africa is prejudiced of a staggering US$30 billion annually as a result of illicit financial flows, with Zimbabwe losing US$34 million …
Zimbabwe: Zim Loses U.S.$34m Through Illicit Financial Flows – Report AllAfrica – Top Africa NewsSouthern Africa is prejudiced of a staggering US$30 billion annually as a result of illicit financial flows, with Zimbabwe losing US$34 million …
SA Police target bikie gang violence by raiding almost 30 properties across Adelaide ABC LocalPolice have raided nearly 30 properties across Adelaide today in a bid to disrupt the unlawful behaviour of Outlaw Motorcycle Gang (OMCG) members f…
Amber alert Kyiv PostUkraine is a target-rich nation when it comes to deciding who could be prosecuted for corruption. But no one ever goes to jail because the legal system — the …
Save the vaquita porpoise, new report urges Government EuropaA new report calls for sanctions against Mexico to save the vaquita porpoise, which is critically endangered due to extensive poaching.
KRA’s march against counterfeits The Star, KenyaTeam on overdrive to ensure an economy that is free of counterfeits.
Singapore firm charged with supplying alcohol to North Korea CoconutsA Singaporean firm was charged yesterday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North Korea in violation of UN sanctions, the latest case of illicit trade …
Global meet to mull trade rules to protect endangered species Yahoo NewsSpecialists will meet in Geneva from Saturday to try to tighten rules on trade in elephant ivory, rhino horns and other endangered animal and plant species amid …
Vegas Lost: Visas could be given to victims of sex trafficking News3LVHundreds of people are forced to come to Nevada every year. They are trafficked here. Many are forced into the sex trade. Some of them have been trafficked …
Vegas Lost: Visas could be given to victims of sex trafficking News3LVHundreds of people are forced to come to Nevada every year. They are trafficked here. Many are forced into the sex trade. Some of them have been trafficked …
Ice not as pure and more expensive in Tasmania NT NewsTASMANIA recorded the biggest jump in ice arrests last financial year but like other states, police here nabbed more users than suppliers.
Singapore firm charged with supplying alcohol to North Korea The Business TimesTHE BUSINESS TIMES Government & Economy – [SINGAPORE] A Singaporean firm was charged Thursday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North …
Brazen assassination attempt as SA tobacco war gets deadlier Daily MaverickThe assassination attempt on Simon Rudland, co-owner of Gold Leaf Tobacco Company in Johannesburg on 14 August 2019, highlights the ongoing high …
SADC Summit must challenge rich countries on massive financial outflows from the region Daily MaverickSouthern African governments cannot afford to ignore $30bn losses from trade-related illicit outflows and external government debt payments.
Ethiopia moves to regulate trade in pluses, cotton Journalducameroun.com – EnglishPublished on 15.08.2019 at 23h21 by APA News. Share. The government of Ethiopia has decided that trading of all pluses and other commodities should be …
Doing the ‘tramadol dance’: What this latest craze says about pill addiction Mail and GuardianThe illicit trade in this prescription painkiller has become the stuff of ballads and dance halls but its abuse is threatening to condemn those in …
More protection for endangered mammals? UN panel to decide Hindustan TimesThe 18th edition of the Conference of the Parties (COP18) to the United Nations’ Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and …
By the numbers: Illegal wildlife trade threatens species Aljazeera.comVietnamese wildlife trafficking networks drive global trade in elephant, pangolin, tiger and rhino parts, report finds. Graphic *Content*. 6 hours ago. whatsapp.
Niantic is cracking down on Pokémon GO cheaters MSPoweruserIn a recent blog post, Niantic outlined its plans for maintaining a fun and fair environment in its games, including banning cheaters and pulling support for …
Heads of maritime forces discuss Pacific safety RNZThe growing threat of the illicit drug trade and the challenges of climate change in the region have been the focus of heads of maritime forces meeting in Fiji this …
Reining in trade-based money laundering The Financial Express BDThe governments in developing countries like Bangladesh do toil hard to bring in foreign aid and investments. Thus, lots of handshakes and ribbon-cutting …
Gibraltar defies US, releasing Iranian oil tanker | Article Asia TimesAuthorities in Gibraltar on Thursday said they would release an Iranian-flagged oil tanker, defying a last-minute request by the United States to surrender the …
Reining in trade-based money laundering The Financial Express BDThe governments in developing countries like Bangladesh do toil hard to bring in foreign aid and investments. Thus, lots of handshakes and ribbon-cutting …
Illegal tobacco and cigarettes seized in Burton and Swadlincote raid Derbyshire LiveThe haul has an estimated value of nearly £50000.
Labelling the UK government’s fried chicken box campaign as ‘racist’ does nothing to help victims of knife crime Illicit TradeIt was reported earlier this week that UK Parliament’s Youth Select Committee had been told that drug gangs are gro…
Nyamira sub-chief decries increased alcohol consumption HivisasaA local chief in Nyamira County has revealed why illicit alcohol trade is proliferating in Nyamira County despite the intensified crackdown. Enchoro sub-location …
MTN recovers R1m stolen batteries ITWebWith the help of SAPS, the telco recovers batteries to the value of almost R1 million in the past week alone.
Police called to the Home Office after ‘reports of a stabbing’ Yahoo Philippines NewsPhotos on Twitter appeared to show the building in Westminster being cordoned off by police.
Myanmar ethnic rebel alliance makes coordinated attacks KSL.comEthnic rebels in Myanmar staged coordinated attacks Thursday in five locations, including at a military academy outside normal combat areas, where a civilian …
The other drug problem in the Philippines The Phnom Penh PostPhilippine Senator Ralph Recto describes it as “a large-scale swindle of the cruelest kind” — the proliferation of counterfeit drugs in the Philippines that has …
Myanmar ethnic rebel alliance makes coordinated attacks Washington PostEthnic rebels in Myanmar have staged coordinated attacks in five locations, including at a military academy outside normal combat zones, where a civilian was …
Singapore Firm Charged with Supplying Alcohol to North Korea News18Singapore: A Singaporean firm was charged Thursday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North Korea in violation of UN sanctions, the latest case of …
Singapore firm with Chinese affiliation charged with supplying alcohol to N. Korea ABS-CBN NewsA Singaporean firm was charged Thursday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North Korea in violation of UN sanctions, the latest case of il…
Kenya: Intensity Was On Illicit Brews, Drugs, Nakuru County Govt Told AllAfrica.comThe increasing consumption of alcohol and illicit brews and abuse of hard drugs by the youth in Visoi Ward of Nakuru County is worrying.
Singapore firm charged with supplying alcohol to N. Korea – The Jakarta Post Jakarta PostA Singaporean firm was charged Thursday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North Korea in violation of UN sanctions, the latest case of illicit …
Singapore firm charged with supplying alcohol to N. Korea SowetanLIVE Sunday WorldA Singaporean firm was charged Thursday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North Korea in violation of UN sanctions, the latest case of illicit trade …
Singapore firm charged with supplying alcohol to N. Korea SowetanLIVE Sunday WorldA Singaporean firm was charged Thursday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North Korea in violation of UN sanctions, the latest case of illicit trade …
Nakop border police nab smugglers carrying tyres stuffed with dagga [photo] The South AfricanThe border police in Nakop, Northern Cape, have been applauded for preventing smugglers from bringing unregulated dagga into South Africa.
Singapore firm charged with supplying alcohol to N. Korea Yahoo Singapore NewsA Singaporean firm was charged Thursday with supplying large amounts of alcohol to North Korea in violation of UN sanctions, the latest case of illicit trade …
Cannabis industry overview: all you need to know IGThe legalised cannabis market has exploded after Canada legalised recreational marijuana last year. We have a look at why the cannabis industry is booming …
KRA in Pursuit of 600 Individuals Involved in Tax Evasion Crimes Soko Directory TeamKenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced that it will go after 600 individuals who are involved in tax evasions in its next financial year 2019/2020.
Cannabis industry overview: all you need to know IGThe legalised cannabis market has exploded after Canada legalised recreational marijuana last year. We have a look at why the cannabis industry is booming …
Ranarangam review: A stylish battlefield The HinduThis Sudheer Varma film starring Sharwanand is gangster drama with swag and good performances, but without a strong story to hold it all together.
Attempted hit: Tobacco boss Simon Rudland kingpin of the ‘cheapies’ News24Simon Rudland, the tobacco boss who was shot in an apparent assassination attempt in Johannesburg on Wednesday, is regarded as one of the pioneers of …