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Irish Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Irish Times
Man who claims he was sought by Zimbabwean machete gang wins challenge to refugee refusal
The High Court has overturned a refugee status refusal for a man who says he was a self-employed gold miner in Zimbabwe before fleeing because a machete gang was looking for him. The man went before an International Protection Appeals Tribunal (Ipat), which in 2023 refused his application for refugee/international protection status. The tribunal said his claim lacked 'general credibility'. It said this finding was based on what it said were inconsistencies in the detail of his claim for protection given at an oral hearing compared to what he had outlined at earlier stages in the process. The man then brought judicial review proceedings but, due to circumstances beyond his control, the case was outside the time limit for doing so and he had to apply for an extension of time. READ MORE Mr Justice Garrett Simons overturned the Ipat decision, saying it was vitiated by an error of law and extended time for the bringing of the case. The judge said the man had told the International Protection Office in 2022 that he 'ran away from Zimbabwe as I was being looked for by the machete gang', who accused him of sponsoring the activities of an opposition party, Movement for Democratic Change (MDC). He said the gang also wanted 500g of gold from him and he feared for his life. The gang has terrorised, killed and stolen from people throughout the country, he said, but nothing has been done to them. He said that after he ran away, they threatened his wife and children, who themselves ran away to his in-laws. Their homestead was burned down, he said. While he sympathised with the MDC, he said he did not belong to any political party as he knows the dangers associated with doing so. He believes the gang belongs to the ruling Zanu PF party because if you try to bring them to justice, nothing is done. He said he had worked hard in gold mining to support his family. He said he told immigration officials later in 2022 that the day he left, he got a phone call from a fellow gold miner who told him the gang were looking for him and wanted 500g of gold he had. At his Ipat interview, the man further stated that in the days after he left Zimbabwe, he received a telephone call from a man who identified himself as a sergeant in the Zimbabwean police force. The man told him to present himself at a police station for questioning. He said this event reinforced his suspicions of, and a belief in, a dangerous and harmful link between the gang and the state and police. The Ipat expressed concerns over inconsistencies in 'central aspects' of his claim and the introduction of 'significant new claims'. It refused his appeal. In his ruling overturning that decision, the judge said the Ipat failed to properly apply the principles governing the assessment of the man's general credibility.
Daily News Egypt
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
PM witnesses signing of Ain Sokhna industrial land development agreement
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly this morning witnessed the signing of a contract to develop and transfer usufruct rights for a 2.86-square-kilometre plot of land within the Ain Sokhna industrial zone, part of the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE). The agreement was signed by the SCZONE, the Main Development Company (MDC), and Egypt TEDA Special Zone Development Company at a ceremony held at the New Alamein Government Headquarters, attended by Vice Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel Al-Wazir. The new contract coincides with TEDA Egypt nearing completion of infrastructure works on its previously allocated 7 square kilometres, bringing its total developed area within the Ain Sokhna industrial zone to nearly 10 square kilometres. This step underlines SCZONE's commitment to developing and optimally utilising industrial land through partnerships with experienced developers. Under the agreement, the developer will undertake new infrastructure works with total investments of $100 million, expected to attract a wider range of industrial projects and support the Authority's goal of establishing integrated, sustainable industrial communities. Prime Minister Madbouly stressed the importance of this collaboration in accelerating industrial development within the Suez Canal Economic Zone, noting that the zone has the potential to become one of the region's key manufacturing and logistics hubs. He also highlighted the government's broader efforts to strengthen cooperation with local and international private sector partners to drive development and create job opportunities. For his part, Walid Gamal El-Din, Chairperson of the SCZONE, described the contract as a strategic milestone in advancing the development framework of the Ain Sokhna industrial zone. He emphasised the Authority's dedication to maximising the investment value of industrial land and making full use of existing infrastructure, adding that the partnership with MDC and TEDA Egypt aligns with SCZONE's strategy to localise industries and deepen local manufacturing. Gamal El-Din noted that TEDA Egypt's latest expansion demonstrates the success of the partnership over recent years, both in attracting investments and in creating an integrated industrial community within the zone. He reaffirmed SCZONE's ongoing commitment to facilitating and sustaining this success, which he described as a model of productive economic cooperation and sustainable industrial development. He further explained that this expansion will help localise priority industries and attract more Chinese companies looking to access regional and global markets. Over the past three years alone, the SCZONE has secured over $4bn in Chinese investments, with shared objectives between the parties paving the way to double this figure in the near future. TEDA Egypt is among the leading industrial developers in the Suez Canal Economic Zone, renowned for its expertise in establishing industrial communities and attracting Chinese and other international investors. Meanwhile, the MDC acts as one of SCZONE's investment arms, tasked with developing and managing industrial assets within the zone.
Al-Ahram Weekly
5 days ago
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
SCZone secures $100 mln deal to develop industrial land in Ain Sokhna
The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone), the Main Development Company (MDC), and TEDA Egypt signed a $100 million contract on Tuesday to develop 2.86 km² of industrial land in Ain Sokhna, transforming it into an advanced industrial hub. According to a cabinet statement, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, SCZone Chairman Walid Gamal El-Din, Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel El-Wazir, and other senior representatives from MDC and TEDA Egypt attended the signing ceremony held in New Alamein. The expansion will increase TEDA Egypt's total area in Ain Sokhna to approximately 10 square kilometres, following the near completion of its previously allocated 7-square-kilometre plot, read the statement. During the ceremony, PM Madbouly emphasized the importance of cooperation to accelerate industrial development within the SCZone, highlighting the region's competitive advantages that position it as a key regional hub for manufacturing and logistics. He praised the SCZone's success in encouraging developers to pursue further expansions. Meanwhile, Gamal El-Din described the signing as a strategic step, affirming that SCZone's partnership with MDC and TEDA Egypt opens the door for implementing a comprehensive development plan. This aligns with the authority's strategy to localize industries and deepen domestic manufacturing within the zone. He also highlighted that the expansion provides a new platform for localizing target industries and enhances the SCZone's appeal to Chinese companies aiming to reach regional and international markets. Over the past three years, SCZone has attracted more than $4 billion in Chinese investments, with mutual trust and aligned development goals expected to double this figure soon. TEDA Egypt, established in 1984, is one of the leading industrial developers in the SCZone, known for its extensive experience in creating industrial communities. It has successfully attracted numerous Chinese and international investments to the area over the past years. MDC, an Egyptian shareholding company founded in 2006 to be the main developer of SCZone, is responsible for managing and developing industrial assets within the authority. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Malaysian Reserve
5 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
New Richmond American Community Debuting in Woodland
Riverwalk at Lewis River showcases beautiful new homes with open layouts WOODLAND, Wash., July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Richmond American Homes of Oregon, Inc., a subsidiary of M.D.C. Holdings, Inc., is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of Riverwalk at Lewis River ( in Woodland, Washington. This inviting new community will offer three impressive ranch-style floor plans with professionally curated fixtures and finishes ( Community Grand Opening ( Prospective homebuyers and area agents are encouraged to stop by Riverwalk at Lewis River for a special Grand Opening event on Saturday, August 2, from 12 to 3 p.m. Complimentary lunch and snacks will be served. Attendees can also enjoy family-friendly games, children's arts and crafts stations and more. More about Riverwalk at Lewis River: New ranch-style homes from the $700s Three thoughtfully designed floor plans 3 to 5 bedrooms and approx. 2,230 to 2,450 sq. ft. Designer-curated fixtures and finishes Gourmet kitchens, deluxe primary bathrooms, tech centers, covered patios & RV garages available Convenient access to Mount St. Helens, the Lewis River Recreation Area & Vancouver via I-5 Riverwalk at Lewis River is located at 2264 McCracken Road in Woodland. For more information, call 971.203.0447 or visit About M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1972. MDC's homebuilding subsidiaries, which operate under the name Richmond American Homes, have helped more than 250,000 homebuyers achieve the American Dream since 1977. One of the largest homebuilders in the nation, MDC is committed to quality and value that is reflected in each home its subsidiaries build. The Richmond American companies have operations in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Mortgage lending, insurance and title services are offered by the following MDC subsidiaries, respectively: HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and American Home Title and Escrow Company. For more information, visit
Malaysian Reserve
6 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
New Richmond American Community Open for Sales in Chesterfield
Reserve at Summerford offers inspired two-story homes with flexible layouts CHESTERFIELD, Va., July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Richmond American Homes of Virginia, Inc., is pleased to announce that a new community is now selling in Chesterfield. Reserve at Summerford ( showcases the two-story Donovan and Preston floor plans, which both feature professionally curated fixtures and finishes ( More about Reserve at Summerford: Beautiful two-story homes Two thoughtfully designed floor plans 5 to 6 bedrooms, approx. 3,050 to 3,160 sq. ft. Designer-curated fixtures and finishes Outdoor recreation opportunities at neighborhood lake Convenient access to nearby towns via I-95, I-85 and I-295 Close proximity to shopping, dining, notable schools and historic sites Reserve at Summerford is located at Summercreek Drive and Summercreek Terrace in Chesterfield, and is currently selling from nearby Harpers Mill. For more information, call 540.548.4435 or visit About M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1972. MDC's homebuilding subsidiaries, which operate under the name Richmond American Homes, have helped more than 250,000 homebuyers achieve the American Dream since 1977. One of the largest homebuilders in the nation, MDC is committed to quality and value that is reflected in each home its subsidiaries build. The Richmond American companies have operations in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Washington. Mortgage lending, insurance and title services are offered by the following MDC subsidiaries, respectively: HomeAmerican Mortgage Corporation, American Home Insurance Agency, Inc. and American Home Title and Escrow Company. For more information, visit
