Mozambique opposition leader Venancio Mondlane said Tuesday the country's top court is “legalizing fraud, legalizing the humiliation of its own people” after the court upheld the election win by the ruling Frelimo party Monday. The Constitutional Court ruled that irregularities “did not substantially influence the results.” And the Kenya Wildlife Service announced plans to partner with the BioRescue Consortium to use advanced reproductive techniques to save the critically endangered white rhino - the only two remaining females live at Kenya's Ol Pejeta Conservancy. These, and more Africa-related news updates on today’s VOA 60.

Most Nigerians are still determined to share the joy and warmth of the festive season, despite the gloom of the country's worst cost of living crisis in decades, exacerbated by President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms. Parts of the commercial city Lagos has been transformed into a winter wonderland with dazzling bright lights. The festive illumination has brought a much-needed respite to the city's residents, offering a fleeting escape from the economic hardships that have deepened since Tinubu's presidency began last May.

With prices rising, Nigerians are becoming creative. Thrift shopping — locally called "okrika"— is booming, offering affordable options. Gibson Emeka has more from Abuja in this report that was narrated by VOA's Salem Solomon.

West Africa, particularly Ghana and Nigeria, has seen a rise in so-called “hustle kingdoms” — informal academies where young people are trained to carry out digital scams. Timothy Obiezu gained rare access to one of these centers and has this report from Lagos.