Lawsuit coverage: what’s happening in court right now

Looking for straight, readable updates on legal battles, court charges, and high-profile cases? This tag pulls together our latest reporting on lawsuits—from criminal charges and impeachments to corporate disputes and major investigations. Expect clear timelines, who’s involved, and what to watch next.

Recent cases we’re tracking

Some of our top stories under this tag include high-profile criminal charges like the case involving celebrity sangoma Gogo Maweni, who recently faced assault charges in Johannesburg. We also follow political and governance disputes, such as the impeachment and removal of Lagos Assembly leader Mudashiru Obasa and the legal fallout that led to Mojisola Meranda becoming speaker. On the corporate side, we cover big incidents that often trigger legal action—like the Bybit cold-wallet breach that sparked investigations and questions about liability and security.

Each article links to official statements, court dates, and where available, filings or judge rulings. That helps you see the facts rather than just speculation.

How to follow a lawsuit without getting lost

Not sure what steps to watch for? A lawsuit usually moves through a few clear stages: filing (lawsuit or charges are announced), pre-trial motions and discovery (evidence and documents exchanged), hearings, and then trial or settlement. Criminal cases may include arrests, arraignments, plea deals, and possible sentencing. We label stories so you know which stage a case is in.

Look for these terms when reading legal coverage: plaintiff (person or group who brings a case), defendant (who’s being accused), indictment (formal criminal charge), arraignment (first court appearance), and settlement (case resolved before trial). When we use those words, we’ll explain them in plain language.

Want reliable updates? Check official court records, public filings, and direct quotes from lawyers or prosecutors. We flag when reports come from anonymous sources or unverified social posts so you know what’s solid and what still needs confirmation.

Why follow these stories here? We focus on practical facts that matter—court dates, possible penalties, who stands to gain or lose, and how rulings affect everyday people. If a case has wider impact, like changes in regulations, we explain the likely short-term and long-term effects.

Have a tip or a legal document to share? Send it our way. We verify documents before publishing and protect sources when needed. For ongoing cases, bookmark this tag to see new developments as they happen, and subscribe to our newsletter for compact daily updates on major lawsuits across Africa and beyond.

Questions about a legal term or what a ruling means for you? Drop a comment on the story or reach out through our contact page—our reporters try to answer reader questions in follow-ups when possible.