Elderly women of Cameroon's Indigenous Baka people are taking desperate steps to preserve their culture and way of life amid displacement by logging, mining and modern development. They continue building traditional Mongulu huts, now also embraced by a local school to remind children of their cultureal roots. Join Josey Mahachi as she talks to experts about this cultural preservation effort.

Some 3,600 prisoners, including 63 women, await execution in Nigeria. Despite calls from civil society and the National Human Rights Commission, the death penalty remains for crimes like murder, treason, and under Sharia law, rape and witchcraft. Why has Nigeria not abolished it? Join human rights activist Gloria Mabeiam Ballason and DW correspondent Ben Adam Shemang to explore this issue.

Zambia is grappling with its worst drought in 60 years, severely affecting water levels in the Kariba Dam, which supplies hydroelectric power. Citizens face over 21 hours of daily power rationing. National power utility ZESCO has proposed emergency tariff hikes of between 50% and 156% — raising concerns about the crisis' impact on the economy and poverty alleviation.

Most Malawians believe vulnerable children struggle to get help, with 4 in 10 reporting child neglect and abuse as common, according to a recent Afrobarometer survey. Despite these challenges, many say the government is improving child welfare, but foster homes report rising admissions. Josey Mahachi is joined by Memory Chisenga and DW's Chimwemwe Padatha to discuss.

In May 2021, Germany agreed to fund €1.1 billion worth of Namibian projects over a 30-year period after officially recognizing the Herero-Nama genocide. Many see it as a substitute for Germany paying reparations for the atrocities of its colonial past. However, not everyone in Namibia is happy with the form of compensation. Josey Mahachi talks to Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba.

For decades, Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso have faced instability, terrorism, poverty and resource exploitation. Despite expelling French troops post-coups, progress is slow. Eddy Micah Jr. discusses these issues with researcher Malick Sadibou Coulibaly and Evelyn Groenink from ZAM.

The topic of mental health is often overlooked in the workplace. Many employees struggling with mental health issues become unproductive or quit, while some experience discrimination. How should employees and employers approach it? And why is it such an important conversation to have? Eddy Micah Jr talks to Patience Osekre, a psychotherapist in Ghana and Cynthia Kodowu of HR Network Africa.

Significant progress has been made in producing drugs that can help the 26 million people across Africa living with HIV. But access is still difficult, so how can advances in HIV-treatment and research sustainably benefit patients? Eddy Micah Jr talks to Alfred Besa, an expert on HIV/AIDS and a consultant with Humana People to People, and Anna Kegomba, a person living with HIV/AIDS in Namibia.

Bandits in northern Nigeria have been using Tiktok, WhatsApp and Facebook to showcase their activities and lifestyle. The Nigerian army has decried their increasing influence. So how serious is the issue and how can it be tackled? Eddy Micah talks to security intelligience expert, Dr. Yahuza Getso, and DW correspondent, Suleiman Mohammed Al-Amin.

Explore Africa's renewable energy potential with insights from the Off-Grid Solar Market Trends Report 2024. Despite 685 million people lacking electricity, off-grid solar could power 41% by 2030. Eddy Micah Jr discusses investment opportunities and challenges in Africa's solar sector with Sarah Malm from GOGLA and DW's Thuso Khumalo.

South Korean author Han Kang wins Nobel Prize for Literature +++ Tennis star Rafael Nadal announces retirement +++ Mozambique counting votes after tense election

Ghana’s president has finally signed a 30-year-old gender equity bill into law. It promotes the participation of women in public life from a minimum of 30% to 50% by 2030, which is in line with UN sustainable development goals. But will it actually change anything for the women of Ghana? DW's Josey Mahachi talks to Sheila Minka-Premo, a convenor of the bill and journalist Gifty Andoh Appiah.

Nigerians had hoped the Dangote Petroleum Refinery near Lagos would lower fuel costs, which had shot up after Africa's biggest oil producer scrapped fuel subsidies. But now the Dangote refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) are fighting over the price of fuel sold in Nigeria. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to analyst, Dr. Ede Peter Daniel and DW's Ben Shemang in Nigeria.

US President Joe Biden's first trip to Africa trip would have taken him to Angola. The trip was canceled at the last minute. But did the planned trip to southern African country come into focus on the eve of a US election have anything to do with the clash of US-China interests? Eddy Micah Jr. talks to political analyst Edmilson Angelo.

South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) has been in place for 100 days after the African National Congress (ANC) party failed to secure a majority for the first time since 1994. Among the 10 coalition partners is the main opposition, the Democratic Alliance (DA). How is the coalition performing? Eddy Micah Jr. talks to analyst Sandile Swana and DW's Thuso Khumalo in South Africa.

African diaspora activists in South Africa are warning that the increasing raids on undocumented migrants by authorities could trigger renewed xenophobic violence, Why are migrants increasingly in focus? Josey Mahachi talks to Nombulelo Jacqui Qhweni of the Women In Diaspora Association (WIDA), Emmanuel Bensah, a Ghana-based integration expert and DW correspondent Thuso Khumalo in South Africa.

Uganda is considering denying citizens the chance to vote for their president, with tentative plans to have lawmakers elect one instead. Critics see the move as a way for President Yoweri Museveni to hold onto power. Josey Mahachi talks to Adolf Mbeine, a political scientist at Makerere University and DW correspondent Frank Yiga in Uganda.

Infertility is incredibly challenging in many African communties. It is often the women who are shamed when a couple is childless, and adoption is not always easy. Josey Mahachi talks to Dr. Promise Sefogah, the Vice President of the Fertility Society of Ghana, Judith Mwila, a child rights activist in Zambia and DW correspondent Naomi Jasseda in Tanzania.

Sub-Saharan Africa accounts for a disproportionate share of global disease-related deaths due to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Why is it so? Cai Nebe talks to Dr. Janet Midega, Senior Research Manager for Wellcome's Drug Resistant Infections (DRI) program, Basimenye Nhlema, Executive Director at Partners in Health-Malawi and DW correspondent George Mhango in Malawi.

Austria's far-right Freedom Party sees historic win +++ Tensions in the Middle East escalate

Illegal mining is poisoning Ghana's water supply and degrading the environment. It involves both foreign and local artisanal miners and has become a national problem. Who's behind it and why is it so difficult to stop? Josey Mahachi talks to Enoch Randy Aikins, a researcher at the Institute for Security Studies, investigative journalist Erastus Donkor and DW's Nontokozo Mchunu in South Africa.

As Uganda marks 62 years of independence from Britain, one citizen petitions to remove colonial administrators' names from streets, saying they evoke anger and bitterness among Ugandans. Historians highlight their roles in mass killings and discrimination. Josey Mahachi talks to Prof Kwame Osei Kwarteng, DW's Frank Yiga, and Edith Kimani interviews a descendant of resistance fighter Songea Mbano.

Women who lead or aspire to lead face multifaceted challenges globally. In many African countries, women face gender biases, workplace stereotypes, and a lack of mentorship. How can they navigate these obstacles? Josey Mahachi talks to South African education minister Siviwe Gwarube, Mary Ayim-Segbefia from Ghana's NAFTI, and Nigeria's youngest commissioner, Nafisat Buge.

Recently, fuel seems to be the biggest issue in Nigeria: Fuel subdidies have been part of the Nigerian economy for many years until the president decided to slash them, saying their administration has been plagued with allegations of corruption and mismanagement. Join DW's Josey Mahachi in discussion with Alhassan Usman of Nigeria's Federal Inland Revenue Service and DW reporter Shehu Salmanu.

Bodies of migrants discovered off the coast of Senegal +++ 500 people killed in Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon

Tens of millions of children in Africa are not in school. In Nigeria, UN data shows that around 18.5 million children are currently out of the classroom. What are the key obstacles, and how can they be resolved? Josey Mahachi talks to Dr. Ibrahim Baba Shatambaya and DW correspondent Shehu Salmanu in Nigeria. DW correspondent Killian Ngala in Cameroon talks to parents and students.

Discover Nigeria's booming hair industry, where local players are catching up to Asian giants in the wig and weave market. Plus, as Miss Universe 2024 approaches, celebrate Zozibini Tunzi, the first Black woman to win with afro-textured hair, defying advice to wear a wig.

Nigeria's food and drug administration, NAFDAC, is warning Nigerians about fraudulent "miracle" products sold by some churches. Christ Mercy Land Deliverance Ministries is under investigation for selling unverified "holy water" and "miracle soap" with false healing claims. Stay informed to avoid these scams and protect your health.

The illegal organ trade in Africa is a significant issue, with the World Health Organization estimating its value at over $1 billion annually. Efforts to raise awareness through campaigns, national policies and legal frameworks are crucial in addressing the shortage of legal organ donors and combating the illegal organ trade. But is that enough?

Cybercrime in Zambia has been on the rise, with significant incidents and efforts to combat it. In Ghana, cybercrime has also been a growing concern. Both countries have implemented strict anti-cybercrime measures. But critics say the laws could be used to curb free speech. Eddy Micah Jr talks to Emmanuel Chipeta, a Zambian IT specialist and DW correspondent in Lusaka, Kathy Short.

Military-led Burkina Faso, Mali and Nigeria have welcomed Russian security forces in the war on Islamist extremism. But what impact has the Russian engagement had on the Sahel region? Eddy Micah Jr. talks to security analyst Ryan Cummings and DW correspondent Bram Posthumus in the Sahel region.

Ethiopia is getting worried over Egypt boosting military ties with Somalia. What are the implications of Egypt drawing closer to Somalia? Why does it bother Ethiopia that much, and how can tensions be reduced? That’s what DW's Eddy Micah Jr. will be exploring on this podcast episode.

Some 50 African leaders attended the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing where China promised over $50 billion in funding for loans, infrastructure and renewable energy projects. China is Africa's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade hitting $167.8 billion in the first half of 2024. Cai Nebe talks to China-Africa analyst Ovigwe Eguegu and reporter Cui Mu.

Nigeria has launched a vigorous campaign against fake university degrees. The government says it will not recognize degree qualifications obtained from some African countries and banned 18 foreign universities. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Chris Maiyaki of Nigeria National Universities Commission, Richmond Acheampong, a media studies lecturer in Ghana, and DW correspondent Ben Shemang in Abuja.

A new study by Afrobarometer found that popular support for democracy has declined sharply. What role can the continent's creatives play in reversing this trend? Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Dr. Kojo Pumpuni Asante, Director of Policy and Partnerships at the Centre for Democratic Development in Ghana, DW correspondent Olisa Chukwumah in Nigeria and Killa Ace, a former exiled Gambian musician.

A viral video showing five men allegedly sexually assaulting a young woman sparked public outrage in Tanzania. Activists are highlighting the country's sexual assault crisis and are urging the government to protect women and children. Eddy Micah discusses this with Dr. Anna-Henga from Tanzania's Legal and Human Rights Centre, DW correspondent Naomi Achieng, and ActionAid Liberia's Norwu Harris.

A staggering 85% of South Africans die without a will, a reality mirrored across much of Africa. In a continent where traditions and modernity collide, how can Africans secure their legacies? Join Eddy Micah Jr. as he delves into this pressing issue with legal expert Kananelo Mukenge, DW correspondent Nontokozo Mchunu in South Africa, and public policy expert Peter Bismark Kwofie in Ghana.

Many immigrants to Germany are worried about the rise of the anti-immigrant AfD party, which recently won the state election in Thuringia. This is the first far-right victory in Germany since World War II. Should Africans in Thuringia be concerned? Eddy Micah Jr. discusses with experts Elizabeth Horleman, Jakkie Cilliers and DW's Michaela Küffner.

Substandard or fake medicines in Africa are a critical public health concern, potentially leading to preventable deaths. The UN estimates 500,000 annual deaths in sub-Saharan Africa are due to substandard medication. Cai Nebe talks to Claudia Martinez from the Access to Medicine Foundation and DW correspondent Isaac Kaledzi in Ghana.

Severe El Nino-induced drought has left round 68 million people within the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in need of assistance. Malnutrition is hitting hard in Zimbabwe, Malawi and Zambia. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Sara Mbago-Bhunu of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Joel Degue, a climate expert, and DW correspondent in Mirriam Kalidza in Malawi.

Taxi drivers in Cameroon's English-speaking regions are in a dangerous predicament: Separatists are demanding that they repaint their yellow vehicles lue and white — the colors of the separatists fighting the Yaounde government since 2017. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Agbor Balla, founder of the Centre for Human Rights and Democracy in Africa and DW correspondent Jean Marie Ngong Song.in Cameroon.

Africa's whistleblowers often become victims of enforced disappearances, imprisonment, and sometimes death for exposing the continent's darkest secrets. Josey Mahachi talks to Ghanaian investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni and DW's Mimi Mefo. Also, George Okachi talks to Samuel Kimeu, Executive Director of Africa's Voices Foundation (AVF), and Mathias Shipeta of HAKI Africa.

Collins Jumaisi Khalusha was awaiting trial after he confessed to killing 42 women. One senior law enforcement called him "a vampire" and "a psychopath". Khalusha broke out with 12 other prisoners and went on the run. How is escape by such a high-profile suspect possible? Eddy Micah Jr talks to Daudi Imbako, an award-winning Kenyan human rights defender, and DW correspondent Alexandria Williams.

The only significant reforms occurred in 1965, when the number of non-permanent members was increased from six to 10. Sierra Leone, holding the UNSC presidency for August 2024, has called out Africa's historic under-represenation at the top UN decision-making body. Eddy Micah talks to Chernor Bah, Sierra Leone's Information and Civic Education Minister and DW correspondent Isaac Kaledzi in Ghana.

Uganda is facing a hidden epidemic. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 1,250 Ugandans died of Hepatitis B, and around 6% of Uganda’s population remains chronically infected. Josey Mahachi talks to Lutamaguzi Emmanuel, Executive Director, Hepatitis Aid Organization based in Kampala and DW's Frank Yiga to uncover the the far-reaching implications of this disease.

Malawi's President Lazarus Chakwera talks to Josey Mahachi about the need for Africa to get a permanent seat at the UN Security Council. Chakwera defends his economic record, discusses SADC's peacekeeping mission in the volatile eastern DRC and Malawi's upcoming 2025 presidential elections.

During President Kagame's recent inauguration, religious prayers were notably absent, unlike previous ceremonies. His government has clashed with religious institutions, shutting down over 6,000 churches and 150 mosques for not meeting standards. Should other African nations follow Rwanda's lead in separating state and religion? Josey Mahachi talks to Dr Rev Peter Odanga and DW's Alex Ngarambe.

Security concerns are rising in Northern Ghana with increasing banditry and robberies. Recently, market women were robbed, and a pregnant woman was raped, according to locals. Land disputes have led to clashes. Some communities are mobilizing their own security due to the lack of police patrols. Josey Mahachi discusses this with security analyst Theodora Williams and DW correspondent Maxwell Suuk.

The WHO has declared mpox a global health emergency, the highest level of alert for an infectious disease. Mpox, caused by the monkeypox virus, can be dangerous for children, pregnant women and people with suppressed immune systems. Should Africa and the world be concerned about another potential pandemic? Josey Mahachi talks to virologist ABC and DW correspondent Alex Gitta.

Fighting in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo continues unabated, despite a cease-fire deal between the government and M23 rebels. Additionally, ADF rebels allied with so-called Islamic State are wreaking havoc, undeterred by the presence of SADC regional troops. Cai Nebe talks to political analyst Jack Kahorha in Goma, eastern Congo and DW correspondent Alex Ngarambe in Kigali.

Nigeria’s renowned Nollywood actress Rita Edochie recently spoke out against Brazilian butt lifts (BBL), urging women to embrace their natural bodies. Why is the practice on the rise among young female Africans? DW's Sam Olukoya sat down with five young women in in Lagos, Nigeria to discuss the topic.

Discover how Kenya's Gen Z has been transforming the digital landscape through powerful online mobilization and offline protests. With TikTok leading the charge, young Kenyans are reshaping social media usage and internet accessibility. What opportunities and risks does this digital growth bring?

Adeline Abimnwi Awemo, a German politician was recently attacked and racially abused while campaigning. Awemo, originally from Cameroon, was putting up posters when a woman struck her in the neck and told her, "You are not humans." This incident happened amidst the rising influence of far-right parties and racism in football. The question is: Is Europe becoming more dangerous for Africans?

Africa's indigenous peoples, including the Maasai of East Africa, the Tuareg of the Sahara, and the San of Southern Africa, face threats like vanishing languages, contested lands and marginalization. Eddy Micah Jr. speaks with Dr. Jacob Cloete, a Khoekhoe and San rights advocate, and DW correspondent Andrew Wasike in Kenya about overcoming these challenges.

Nigeria and Kenya have issued travel warnings amid far-right riots in the UK. Many Black people and people of color feel afraid amid the unrest, sparked by immigration policy changes. How safe is the UK for Africans? Cai Nebe talks to Kingsley Sheteh, founding member of Black Lives Matter UK, DW correspondent Ben Shemang in Nigeria, and Elizabeth Horlemann, an anti-racism and anti-ableism expert.

Young Kenyan protesters are still demanding change and the resignation of President Ruto. Have they thought about who else could lead the country? Or, are the so-called Gen Z activists themselves ready to do so? Cai Nebe talks to Khalid Hussein, Executive Director of Haki Africa, Gen Z activist Jim India, and DW correspondent Favour Ubanyi in Nigeria.

Sudan's humanitarian crisis worsens +++ Lufthansa extends suspensions of Middle East flights +++ Putin vows response to Ukraine's Kursk incursion

President Paul Kagame was sworn in on Sunday for a fourth term in office. Unlike in other countries such as Kenya, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Uganda, where post-election violence has been a concern, Rwanda has experienced no such unrest. What is Rwanda doing differently? Does Kagame's 30 years in power suggest he is the best leader for Rwanda, or are there other factors at play?

'Massive drone attack' hits Russian airbase +++ Kenya's Gen Z protesters retreat +++ Miss South Africa hopeful quits after citizenship row

Paris 2024 marks a historic milestone with equal male and female athlete representation, building on Tokyo's near-parity. The Games see a rise in mixed events and support for mother athletes.

The rallying cries of Kenyan youth demanding change are punctuated by reggae lyrics. The music genre is inspiring many of them to get up, stand up, stand up for their rights. Jamaica is the home of reggae but the music is appreciated the world over. Josey Mahachi talks to Ghanaian musician and dub poet, Blakk Rasta, DW correspondent Andrew Wasike in Kenya and DW editor George Okach in Germany.

Tensions high amid protests in Kenya +++ President Tinubu urges Nigerians to be patient with his administration +++ Taylor swift concerts called off in Austria over planned attack

Terror attacks on the US embassies in Kenya and Tanzania shook the world 26 years ago. More than 200 lives were lost and thousands were injured. Today, terrorism remains a major challenge in East Africa and other parts of the continent. Eddy Micah Jnr. talks to security experts, Richard Tutah in Kenya and Dr. Auwal Aliyu in Nigeria, and DW correspondent Thelma Mwadzaya in Kenya.

Assassination plots foiled in Burkina Faso, junta leader says +++ UK Prime Minister warns rioters +++ Deadly rains and flooding in Sudan

Bangladesh's parliament is dissolved +++ Japan urges world leaders to pursue nuclear disarmament +++ Kamala Harris picks Tim Walz as running mate

The Olympic Games represents more than just sport for African nations. It's seen by many as a beacon of hope and an opportunity to shine on the global stage. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Sydney Mungala, a Zambian women's football team official, Florence Ngungu, a Nairobi-based sports journalist, and Janeth Jepkosgei Busienei, a Kenyan Olympic silver medalist.

Bangladesh PM resigns +++ Rising tensions across the Middle East +++ Cost of living protests ebb in Nigeria

Experts agree that motherʼs milk for the first six months is beneficial for both baby and mother. But in sub-Saharan Africa, the rates of exclusive breastfeeding are lower than the global average. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Domitila Mwagodi, a nurse at Kenyatta National Hospital in Kenya, DW’s Wanjiku Mwaura in Germany and Yvonne Nsaba, a lecturer at the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM).

US journalist back home after prisoner swap deal with Russia +++ British police beef up street presence +++ Nigerian minister denies internet tampering amid protests

Junior Ngombe is a young activist facing charges of inciting rebellion in Cameroon. He campaigns on TikTok against electoral fraud and urges the youth to vote for change. Ngombe's arrest, under questionable circumstances, has ignited public outrage and intensified national debate on free speech and media censorship in Cameroon.

UK dance class stabbing suspect named +++ Nigeria protest leaders defiant +++ MPox cases spike across Africa

Four decades after a series of mass killings by a notorious Zimbabwean army unit, survivors are still waiting for justice. President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has launched a program to promote "healing, peace and unity." But survivors of the Gukurahundi massacre are skeptical. Josey Mahachi talks to Zenzele Ndebele, founder of Cite ZW, and DW correspondent Maxwell Suuk in Ghana.

As athletes chase for Olympic glory in Paris, AfricaLink examines some hidden struggles of African athletes. Wilfred Bungei, Kenya's former 800m Olympic gold medalist joins Florence Ndung'u in this podcast hosted by Josey Mahachi to discuss the inner battles that athletes go through which often go unnoticed.

Iran vows retaliation after Hamas leader's killing +++ Belarus pardons German national +++ Venezuela cracks down on protests

Kenya’s Gen Z uprising has inspired youth in other parts of Africa to stand up to their governments. Young Ugandans plan to continue protests despite warnings by the authorities. In Nigeria, a similar situation is unfolding. Africaʼs Generation Z protesters appear unstoppable. Josey Mahachi talks to DW's Wanjiku Mwaura and Omouofa Agharite, an International Media Studies MA student in Nigeria.

Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum was elected two years ago in the first peaceful, democratic transfer of power in the country since its independence in 1960. But on July 26 last year, members of his own presidential guard removed him from office. What has changed? DW's correspondent Isaac Kaledzi in Accra, Ghana and security analyst Mutaru Mumuni Muqthar join us in this edition of AfricaLink.

Paternity tests have surged across Africa in recent years. In South Africa, Newsoclock reports that 65% of DNA paternity tests conducted between January and March 2023 were negative. DW's Josey Mahachi discusses this trend with Ben-Gurion Zanus, operations manager at the Blueprint DNA and Paternity Testing Organization, and DW correspondent Frank Yiga in Uganda.

All across Africa, the line between free speech and repression is increasingly becoming blurred. In some places, draconian laws are silencing dissent and stifling expression. Where should the boundary between protecting authority and upholding free speech be drawn? DW's Josey Mahachi speaks to human rights lawyer Monica Namonde and DW correspondent Mirriam Kaliza, both in Malawi.

Kenya: President Ruto announces further cabinet members +++ 42 arrests during Kampala protests +++ Netanyahu travels to US to speak to Biden, Harris +++ Nepal: 18 die in air crash +++

+++ Uganda: dozens of people arrested during Kampala protest +++ Ethiopia: over 150 killed in landslides +++ US: Harris projected to clinch Democrat nomination +++

As Nigerians discuss holding nationwide demonstrations in August over the high costs of living and food prices, many wonder if the protests can force Nigeria's government to respond. And what can protestors learn from other movements in Africa? DW speaks to student activist Lindokuhle Patiwe from the University of Cape Town and Ibrahim Shatambaya from Usman Danfordiyo University in Nigeria.

+++ US: Reactions to Biden quitting presidential race +++ Israel orders south Gaza to evacuate +++ Uganda: Museveni cautions protestors are 'playing with fire' +++

Nigerians lead the African diaspora in sending money back home. But is this improving the lives of citizens and impacting the economy? Join DW's Eddy Micah as he explores these questions with global remittances expert Raynor de Best of Statista and DW correspondent Mirriam Kaliza in Malawi. Additionally, Nigerian Sa'id Sa'ad Abubakar, who lives in Germany, shares his perspective.

Russia: court sentences US journalist to 16 years in prison +++ Global IT crash caused by antivirus update +++ France: Champagne producers forecast smaller harvest amid decline in demand

Ursula von der Leyen re-elected as European Commission President +++ US President Biden contracts COVID-19 +++ South Africa: $1 billion loan for Transnet by African Development Bank

Each year, the legacy of anti-apartheid hero Nelson Mandela is celebrated on July 18th in South Africa. But what is the relevance of his legacy in South Africa today, which is one of the world's most unequal nations in the world? Analyst Lesiba Teffo and DW correspondent Maxwell Suuk discuss these issues, alongside insights from a young South African who is striving to embody Mandela's ideals.

Lawyers in Guinea strike over junta's crackdown on dissent +++ Anti-government protesters in Kenya are still demanding the resignation of President Ruto +++ UK to replace Rwanda deportation plan with a new border security command

Hopes were high for positive change when Nigerian President Bola Tinubu was first elected to chair the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in July 2023. Instead, Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali have exited the bloc. Can ECOWAS withstand the turmoil? Eddy Micah talks to security analysts Fidel Amakye Owusu and Saani Adib, and DW correspondent Thuso Khumalo in South Africa.

Veteran leader Paul Kagame looks set to secure a fourth term +++ Former US President Donald Trump makes his first public appearance following assassination attempt +++ Ivory Coast has started rolling out a new malaria vaccine for children

The Cameroonian government has postponed the 2025 parliamentary and municipal elections to 2026, sparking intense debate. In this podcast, we contrast how postponing elections has affected citizens in Cameroon and Senegal. Josey Mahachi interviews Bassirou Diomaye Faye of Maurice Kamto's MRC party, opposition lawyer Tamfu Richard, and DW's West Africa correspondent Bram Posthumus.

Gambia lawmakers vote to uphold 2015 ban on FGM +++ Suspected serial killer arrested in Kenya +++ Rwanda holds general election +++ Trump assasination bid: President Biden urges citizens to 'cool down' their rhetoric +++ Deadly bombing in Mogadishu

Africa's youth are flocking to content creation, with platforms like Meta recently enabling monetization for Nigeria and Ghana. But is this a sustainable path to wealth, or a fleeting trend?Josey Mahachi talks with blogger Ameyaw Debrah and Nigerian content creator Favour Ubanyi. And, Cai Nebe talks to observer Nfor Hanson Nchanji about what unregulated influencers could mean for African media.

Rwandans head to the polls 30 years after the 1994 genocide. But the election run-up has already been fraught with criticism that President Paul Kagame is too powerful, and that the vote is a 'show election.' Josey Mahachi talks to Phil Clark, a professor of international politics at University of London, DW correspondent Alex Ngarambe in Rwanda, and Martin Oloo, a Nairobi-based political analyst.

Nigeria: several deaths in school collapse +++ Kenya: widespread rejection of cabinet dismissal +++ US: further gaffes cost Biden credibility +++ DRC: M23 carry out attacks during two-week truce

In Nigeria, calls for the release of Nnamdi Kanu have intensified, with leaders arguing his imprisonment is causing unrest in southern Nigeria. It presents an interplay of human rights, stability, and legal considerations. Josey Mahachi talks to security analyst Kabiru Adamu, DW correspondent Olisa Chukwumah in Nigeria, and Capo Daniel, Capo Daniel, an Ambazonian seperatist advocate in Cameroon.

African Union troops are pulling out of Somalia after more than a decade of battling insurgency and fostering fragile peace. What does this mean for country's future? Josey Mahachi talks to Mohamed Sheikh Nor, a Somali journalist, and Samira Gaid, a security analyst in Kenya. And, Henry-Pacifique Mayala explains what the withdrawal of UN peacekeepers in Democratic Republic of Congo might mean.

Libya: UN discovers mass grave for migrants +++ Mali: ECOWAS withdrawal irreversible +++ Kenya: Officers linked to protesters' abductions will be prosecuted

Algeria: 14 people found dead in Sahara Desert +++ Trial of doomsday cult leader starts in Kenya +++ Tourist from Spain trampled to death by elephants



Independence evokes profound emotions across Africa. Yet rarely has it delivered on the jubilation from an economic and development standpoint. Cai Nebe talks to James Boboya, a political analyst, and DW correspondent Mirriam Kaliza in Malawi. Dr Juste Codjo, a security studies analyst, explains why Reunion, an island off the coast of southern Africa, is an overseas territory of France.

African nations want to reduce borrowing from abroad, so they can reduce their debt and be financially independent. But Ghana and Kenya, for example, are currently increasing their national debt by borrowing from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). So what are the implications of borrowing, and is Africa beyond aid a real possibility or just a pipe dream?

Ukraine: Russia launches one of biggest airstrikes on Kyiv since beginning of war +++ Gaza: ceasefire talks resume +++ France: Leftists victorious in second round of elections

Kenya: Ruto makes concessions during debate on X +++ Mauritania: bodies of 89 migrants recovered off coast +++ Iran: voters head to run-off election

Western nations have seen increased competition for their business interests across Africa in recent years, as China and Russia have swept in. But has this prompted the West to invest more, and how is this related to democracy? Eddy Micah and Cai Nebe talk to Adjoa Adjei-Twum, founder of EBII group, a specialist risk management consultancy, and Menzi Ndlovu, a political economist with Signal Risk.

Kenya: President Ruto turns to IMF for support ++ Sudan: More displacement as war intensifies ++ DRC: Several Chinese mining professionals killed in attack ++ UK: election forecasts big gains for opposition

Ghana's flag waves proudly, but can it embrace all hues of humanity like a rainbow? As the Supreme Court debates a controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill, the nation is grappling with identity and rights. Eddy Micah Jnr talks to LGBTQ+ activist Alex Koffi Donkor and DW correspondent Isaac Kaledzi in Ghana, as well as Namibian journalist Vita Angula.

From agriculture to trade, health, and education, women play a crucial role in Africa's economies. But they still often face discrimination and have to fight taboos, especially in patriarchal societies. How can technology help propel women forward? DW's Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Lydia Charles Moyo, CEO of the "Her Initiative" organization in Tanzania, and to DW correspondent Kathy Short in Zambia.

Kenya: activists are considering new approach ++ South Africa: GNU government sworn in ++ Tunisia: elections scheduled for October ++ Caribbean: Hurricane Beryl results in multiple deaths

A week after the start of deadly youth protests in Kenya, President William Ruto announced he would withdraw his controversial finance bill. But the rallies show no sign of ending. Instead, there are growing calls for Ruto to step down - despite his willingness to enter into dialogue with the protesters. How can Kenya's political deadlock be resolved?

Kenya's GenZ protests continue ++ National Rally party eyes governing options after upcoming French elections ++ US: Donald Trump likely to continue to have immunity

Africans spent €56 million on rejected visa applications, striving to cover fees and prove financial stability for European travel. Are developed countries exploiting Africa's aspirations? Cameroonian author and visa expert Nkiacha Atemnkeng, and Ghanaian travel and visa agent Daniel Quartey tell us more.

South Africa's ANC has been vocally pro-Palestinian. But as it negotiates a coalition deal with the Democratic Alliance (DA), how might South Africa's foreign policy regarding the Middle East change? Eddy Micah Jr talks to the South African Zionist Federation's Rowan Polovin, and DW's Thuso Khumalo in Johanesburg.

Kenyan police tear gas protesters ++ EU and Ukraine sign security pact ++ Biden and Trump face off ++ North Korea tests 'hypersonic' missile

Young Kenyans have set the nation ablaze with fiery protests and effectively forced President William Ruto to back down on a controversial tax bill. Can the revolutionary spark spread to other African nations? George Okach discusses activism with Gen Z lawyer Jim India and DW reporters Sella Oneko in Kenya and Olisa Chukwuma in Nigeria.

Kenya: Ruto refuses to sign tax bill after unrest ++ ICC convicts Timbuktu jihad police chief of war crimes ++ WikiLeaks founder Assange returns home ++ NATO names Dutch PM Rutte as next chief

June is Men's Mental Health Month, but across Africa, young men are fighting invisible battles. Many languages do not even have vocabulary to express mental health problems. DW's Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Heathy Me podcast creator Michael Oti, Dr. Chinonso Egemba, and DW's Kathy Short in Zambia. And, we introduce characters from DW's award-winning podcasts covering the topic! 

Anti-finance bill protesters in Kenya clash with police +++ Julian Assange freed after plea deal with US

Chad is home to more than a million refugees, the majority of whom are from Sudan. What is life like for Sudanese refugees living in Chad? DWs Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Karl Schembri of the Norwegian Refugee Council, Baïdessou Soukolgué, Executive Director of the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa (EISA) and DW correspondent Blaise Eyong in Cameroon.

Russis links terrorism to shootings in Dagestan region +++ One dead in stampede at Kenyan election rally for President Kagame

DW host Cai Nebe wonders what a UEFA Euro Championship without the talents of Kylian Mbappe, Bukayo Saka, Lamine Yamal and Jamal Musiala would look like. He speaks with African football coach Ghost Mulee, journalist Ololade Adewuyi and fan culture specialist Felix Tamsut about how racism can be booted out.

Namibia declares law criminalizing gay sex unconstitutional +++ Protests in Kenya over finance bill leave one dead

Namibia has just introduced a minimum wage, while Nigerian workers are still struggling to negotiate a new pay package. What does establishing a minimum wage mean for Africans in low-paying jobs and ultimately for economies and societies? DW's Eddy Micah talks to Mamokgethi Molopyane, a labor economist in South Africa, and DW's Nigeria correspondent Ben Shemang.

There are conflicting theories about how best to preserve Africa's wildlife. Some African countries permit professional hunting as a means of generating income and keeping numbers in check. Eddy Micah talks to DW's Florian Nusch who has been tracking foreign hunters in Botswana, DW correspondent Priviledge Mushaniri in Zimbabwe and conservation expert Anglistone Sibanda.

WFP says Kenya receives $37 million for refugees +++ Families of Boeing 737 Max air crashes call for record compensation

South Africa inaugurates President Cyril Ramaphosa +++ Fire at Chad's military facility kills several

An extensive new report says that during the war in Tigray, there were serious breaches of international law. The UN has made a similar finding as Ethiopia's transitional justice process wobbles on. DWs Eddy Micah talks to Dr Azeem Ibrahim, the head of the US-based New Lines Institute think tank, DWs Yohannes Egiziabher Tarake and conflict photojournalist Ximena Borrazás.

Three diamond-rich African countries are pushing back at a plan by G7 countries to sanction diamond-producer Russia. The plan that aims to keep Russian gems off the market requires Botswana, Angola and Namibia to send their diamonds to Europe for certification. DWs Eddy Micah talks to the head of the African Diamond Council (ADC) M'Zee Fula Ngenge and DW's Ineke Mules.

South Africa's former President Zuma's MK party to join opposition +++ Israel's premier Netanyahu dissolves war cabinet

The UN Bonn Climate Conference failed to yield a global agreement in the run-up to COP29. Wealthy countries want to renegotiate the current $100 billion a year agreement meant to support developing nations already counting the cost of flooding, droughts, cyclones and desertification. AfricaLink speaks to climate activists Iskander Erzini, Patricia Nyinguro and Abigael Kima to hear what they plan.

South Africa reaches deal on unity government +++ NATO to take up military deliveries to Ukraine

June 16 is the anniversary of the Soweto uprising and South Africa celebrates it as Youth Day. The event symbolizes how vital young people are in shaping the continent. The ruling ANC lost a significant chunk of support, and much of that was down to youth voices. DW spoke to correspondent Nontokozo Mchunu, Dr. Thapelo Tselapedi in South Africa, and Cameroon correspondent Jean Marie Ngong Song.

People born with albinism face challenges like stigma in parts of Africa. On International Albinism Awareness Day, DW speaks to personalities born with Albinism: Tanzania's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Abdallah Saleh Possi, William Maduhu Kulwa, a Tanzanian activist and lawyer working on albinism rights and Thando Hopa, a prosecutor-turned-model.

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu vows to continue economic reforms +++ EU considers taxes on Chinese electric cars

Russia's top envoy, Sergey Lavrov, recently visited the continent, whereas Ukraine opened embassies in Ghana, Ivory Coast, and the DRC; so why are these two nations, currently at war with each other, so interested in securing support across Africa, and how does it affect Africa's presence on the international stage?

Malawi's Vice President Chilima confirmed dead in plane crash +++ Russia and Belarus begin second nuclear weapons drills

Nigeria's wealth distribution remains a glaring issue despite being Africa's largest oil producer. What lessons can it learn from other African oil producers, such as Angola? Join DW’s Josey Mahachi as she discusses this topic with Prof. Lord Mensah, an Economist and Associate Professor Department of Finance Business School Ghana, and Edmilson Ângelo, a young Angolan economist.

French President Macron calls for snap election after EU election defeat +++ Three Spanish football fans sentenced to prison for racism

In 2023, Amnesty International recorded more death sentences in Africa despite calls to abolish capital punishment. Join Josey Mahachi as she discusses this touchy topic with Chiara Capraro, Amnesty International's policy advisor on the death penalty.

53 alleged coup plotters have gone on trial in Democratic Republic of Congo+++Somalia wins a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council

Despite women's significant contributions to South Africa's development, the political elite has sidelined them in key decision-making positions, like the presidency. This exclusion has had a profound impact on ordinary South Africans, who are left without the experiences that women could bring to the table. Women now want to play a vital role in the management of state affairs,

Africa is endowed with natural resources that could make it the most prosperous continent in the world. Despite the abundance of wealth, many people in sub-Saharan Africa still live below the poverty line. Why has Africa failed to manage its resources?

Veterans from around the world are marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day in France +++150 people killed in an attack on a village in central Sudan+++Nigeria: Dozens of gold miners remain trapped

Germany's Economic Cooperation and Development ministry has partnered with a non-profit organization to support Small and Medium enterprises (SMEs) in war-ravaged Sudan. Thousands of children have been killed or injured, and countless more have been exposed to grave protection risks, including sexual violence and recruitment or use in the conflict.

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi wins election+++German far-right AfD politician injured after stabbing++Prominent South Sudan civil rights activist Kuel Aguer Kuel allowed to travel to Kenya

The European Union paid Tunisia millions to block migrants. As a result, many died in the desert, mostly women and children. A Cameroonian migration expert explains the positive aspects of migration.

South Africa waits to find out who will govern+++Nigeria grapples with power cuts+++Kenya enters sixth round of the trade talks with the US

ANC loses majority support in crucial vote+++DA rules out coalition with Malema's EFF party+++ex-president Jacob Zuma's power vows to take back power from ANC

South Africa's ANC fails to secure majority win+++Burkina Faso among world's neglected conflicts+++Claudia Sheinbaum is elected Mexico's first woman president by a landslide

Several incidents of severe turbulence on international flights and the recent helicopter crashes of Iran's president and Kenya's chief of defense staff, have raised concerns within the aviation industry. Is it a question of bad weather forecasting or airworthiness of aircrafts?

Cameroon's opposition groups vow to unseat President Paul Biya+++Zimbabwe's opposition says ruling ZANU-PF determined to remain in power

South Africa elections: Can Ramapahosa secure a 2024 victory?+++Youth want change+++Opposition determined to eject ANC from the seat of power

Why is menstruating a taboo in parts of Africa? How Malawian schoolgirls deal with menstruation periods+++Ending period poverty by using banana fiber pads

Early voting is already underway in South Africa, so we preview the election in Africa's most advanced economy. From power cuts to mass unemployment, there is plenty to irk voters. But will this translate into the African National Congress losing its political grip on the Rainbow Nation?

From military rule to civilian rule, Chad's Mahamat Idriss Deby begins new term as president. So what does this new presidency mean for the future of Chad and the region as a whole?

Ahead of elections in South Africa, young voters see a bleak future. Why is that the case and what needs to change?

How does the online market place in Africa compare to the global e-commerce market? What is the future of the sector?

South Africa's new universal healthcare law begins+++Patients in Kenya sell their health data to get medical care

Tackling oil theft in Nigeria's Niger Delta+++Contraceptives use on the rise in Zambia+++Uproar over Zambia's plan to regulate social media

May 17 is the international day against homophobia. Here in Germany, an initiative by a former football player aims to encourage footballers to embrace their sexuality. But what implications could that have on their careers?

African countries like Zimbabwe and Nigeria recently introduced new currencies to help fight inflation and stabilize the economy. But does it really work? We hear from experts and people on the ground.

Global cocoa prices are skyrocketing, but is that a blessing or a curse to cocoa farmers across West Africa?

Inside Uganda's chaotic census+++Countdown begins to South Africa's general elections+++M23 rebels in DRC advance in northern Kivu

It's been a year since fighting broke out in Sudan between the army and paramilitaries. Thousands have been killed, and more than 8.5 million people have been displaced. The United Nations has called it the biggest humanitarian crisis and has warned of a looming famine.

The United States is definitely interested in doing business with Africa and talks about "shared prosperity" and the importance of the African diaspora. But what value does the US market have for African business owners and entrepreneurs, and do US companies with operations in Africa actually contribute to economies?

Somaliland's campaign for recognition started more than three decades ago. Now, the self-governing region of Somalia expects to finalize a controversial deal that will make Ethiopia the first country to do so. The move comes despite strong objection from Mogadishu. Somaliland is just one of the numerous regions of Africa where people are striving for independence.

About a dozen members of Nigeria's notorious Black Axe crime network are in police custody in Germany. They were caught in nationwide raids after a two-year investigation. Who are the Black Axes and how wide is the web of African organized crime in Europe? Can it make life harder for Africans in Europe where negative public sentiment over migrants is already swirling?

As Chad tries to transition back to civilian rule, Western nations fret about the trajectory of their last ally in the Sahel. After a relatively peaceful vote, will the the election deliver a winner who can cope with jihadist threats, a wave of refugees from war torn Sudan, and balance local and Western support?

Europeans stole thousands of priceless cultural objects from Africa under colonialism. Now, the United Kingdom has loaned Ghana some items looted during the Ashanti war. But is it enough? We also look at the state of restitution in Africa, and how other forms of amends have been made across the continent.

For many, overfishing is an out-of-sight-out-of-mind problem. But industrial fishing off Africa's coastlines by foreign vessels, often under illegal circumstances, is pushing coastal communities to their limits. It doesn't just mean no fish at the markets - the identities of entire communities are on the line.

Over the past few months, climate change has been increasingly wreaking havoc across Africa in the form of natural disasters. How African states can gain food security, conserve the environment, and prepare for natural disasters without foreign aid.

From Zimbabwe to Kenya, many African nations have experienced strikes by medical professionals. And it's not just for better pay: In Kenya, some doctors are striking because they do not have properly operating equipment! We also explore how Cameroon has both a surplus and and a dire shortage of doctors.

Kenyan President William Ruto to hold an emergency cabinet meeting today to discuss measures to mitigate +++ Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi speaks to DW +++ Benin: A tourism destination like no other +++ Showbiz

Togo votes for a new parliament with stronger say in governance+++DR Congo to impose death penalty for mineral plundering+++ Injury-hit Bayern to make 'last-minute decisions' for Real Madrid semi

South Africa marked 30 years since the end of apartheid and the birth of its democracy. The African National Congress (ANC) that has governed South Africa since 1994 faces leadership challenges. Among them are bad governance and the failure to deliver on the promises it made thirty years ago.

Burkina Faso’s army summarily executed 223 civilians, can the military be blamed for the massacre? +++ Flooding in East Africa +++ Deforestation in Zambia +++ The growth of Hausa hip-hop in Nigeria

The Gambia moves to try former President Yahya Jammeh +++ Nigerian President Bola Tinubu to overhaul the judiciary +++ Addressing Zambia's electricity problems and export issues +++ Showbiz

Zimbabwe's new gold-backed currency ZiG did not meet expectations +++ Why did the ZiG currency fail? +++ UK Rwanda migrant deal +++ A Chinese supermarket in Abuja shut down for allegedly barring Nigerians +++ Showbiz

West Africa counterterrorism summit +++ Does West Africa need new counterterrorism partners? +++ South Africa’s ANC loses a trademark battle with Zuma's party +++ The aftermath of the deaths of eight people who drunk uncertified alcohol in Malawi +++ Showbiz

Nigerian pastor Chris Oyakhilome pushes malaria vaccine conspiracy theories +++ Zimbabwe marks 44 years of independence amid food insecurity +++ A Guinean Muslim cleric stirs controversy for leading prayers in his native Mandingo and not Arabic.

El Nino induced flooding and drought plaguing African nations +++ Torrential rains wreak havoc, damaging properties, displacing people. Is East Africa prepared? +++ How hard is it to get a visa for Nigeria +++ Why the new ownership of Zambia's Mopani copper mines is stirring debate +++ Showbiz

Tanzania, Rwanda, Zimbabwe join African recall of J&J cough syrup+++Hope as Tanzania, Malawi set to end maize import ban

15 April - one year since the commencement of the devastating war in Sudan +++ Sudan refugee artists hold exhibition in Kampala +++ Rwanda's reconciliation village +++ CAR child refugees dream of a better future

As Nigeria remembers the Chibok schoolgirls abduction of 2014, AfricaLink's Eddy Micah Jr and Josey Mahachi seek to find out why kidnappings are still happening and what can be done to stop them.

Muslims in Africa celebrate end of Ramadan +++ How Sudanese refugees in Uganda are celebrating Eid +++ Community health volunteers in Kenya +++ Sports

Nigeria's naira strengthens amid crackdown on forex black market+++Patients in Kenya turn to private hospitals as doctors' strike continues+++Voter apathy grows in Cameroon

Rwanda marks 30 years since genocide against the Tusti +++ Nigerians outraged by electricity tariff hike +++ Guinean Muslims lament power outages as Idd el Fitr nears

This week, Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed marked six years in power. The 47-year-old was once lauded as a reformist and even won the Nobel Peace Prize. But his war in Tigray and the ongoing conflict in the Amhara region have dented his legacy and reputation. So what do Ethiopians make of his policies? Join Josey Mahachi's in AfricaLink's Story of The Week.

South African parties commit to peaceful campaigns ahead of elections+++Nigerians, Nigeriens cheer border reopening

Senegal's President Faye and ally Sonko set to share top roles+++Uganda court throws out challenge to harsh anti-gay law+++Malawi pilots injectable PrEP against HIV

Senegal's youngest president sworn in. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the fifth president of Senegal, was sworn into office at a ceremony in the capital, Dakar +++ Ghana grapples with power outages +++ Tackling Kush addiction in Sierra Leone +++ Showbiz

Pope Francis, in Easter address, calls for Gaza ceasefire+++Haiti now needs up to 5,000 police to help tackle `catastrophic' gang violence , UN expert says+++MONUSCO head warns of escalating violence in eastern DRC

The Pan-African Parliament (PAP), the legislature of the African Union, is back in focus now that its leadership vacuum is resolved. Who is its controversial reelected leader and how do young Africans see the assembly with the shaky reputation?

France court hands Liberian rebel shorter 30-year sentence+++Climate change poses a health challenge in Cameroon+++ Burna Boy blasts western blogs for trending old image of his shaved beard

Rwandan genocide suspect indicted in the US +++ Cameroon's opposition in talks to form coalition despite threats +++ Zambia sex abuse survivors speak out +++ Four teams join African giants in race for 2025 AFCON clash +++ Showbiz

Senegalese President-elect promises humility after winning election +++ Guinean women criticize male-dominated cabinet +++Zambians wary over rising gun culture+++Tyla basks in glory as new album hits the right notes

Senegal's outgoing president congratulates opposition candidate on win+++Nigerian military returns over 130 abducted schoolchildren after weeks in captivity

Senegal will hold its delayed presidential election on Sunday March 24. For the first time in the country's history, the incumbent will not be on the ballot. Join Isaac Mugabi in AfricaLink's Story of The Week.

Trade union representatives from 35 African countries protest against foreign debt +++ How can African countries get out of the foreign debt trap? +++ The link between water and peace in Sierra Leone +++ Is it worth being an author in Africa? +++ Showbiz

Zimbabwe receives grain donation from Russia amid drought +++ Is Russia using food aid as diplomatic tool? +++South African Airline in turbulent times +++SHOWBIZ

A court in Nigeria denies bail to activist and IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu+++Amnesty International says, "it is suicidal for pupils to go to school in northern Nigeria" +++Muslims in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo lack food

Niger severs ties with US Army over 'condescending attitude'+++Gunmen kidnap at least 87 in Nigeria's Kaduna state+++Sixteen Nigerian soldiers killed in community clashes in Delta state

Nigeria faces multiple crises but the recent spate of kidnappings in the northwest and President Bola Tinubu's vow not to pay ransom to the kidnappers mean parents may have to wait longer until they reunite with their children. Join AfricaLink's Isaac Mugabi as he sheds more light on the security situation and the neglected humanitarian crisis unfolding in northwestern Nigeria.

Nigerians turn to herbal medicine as drug prices soar +++ Economic hardship in Africa +++ Zimbabwe banks on tobacco sales to boost ailing economy

Dozens abducted in new Nigeria kidnapping+++Rwandan court rules against Victoire Ingabire's presidential candidacy

Kenya vows Haiti mission as Prime Minister resigns +++ South Africa 2024 Election: Opposition claims the ANC plans to rig the election +++ A Cameroon chief helping CAR refugees +++ Showbiz

Muslims in Africa start Ramadan+++15 more students kidnapped in Nigeria+++Why is Kenya leading the Haiti mission?

More and more women in Africa are asserting their rights and calling for an end to exploitation. In Cameroon, they have gone to the streets to demand better treatment for themselves and girls. In Nigeria, one survivor of sex trafficking to Dubai has gone to court to fight her case.

Ghana sees influx of Togolese fleeing jihadis+++Cameroon chief helps CAR refugees+++Chad on the brink before elections

DRC refugees in Rwanda protest against discrimination +++ Rwanda against SADC deployment in DRC +++ Senegal protest over election date +++ The Tanzanian woman who quit her job to sell coffins +++ 13th African Games in Ghana

Gambia debates repealing the anti-FGM law+++Boko Haram ex-fighters threaten society+++Sierra Leone to compensate student shot by police during peaceful protest

German minister warns of Russian influence in West Africa +++ Security situation in the Sahel region deteriorating +++ Rwanda probes sexual abuse allegations during Tour de Rwanda +++ A wellness center for adolescents in Cameroon

AfricaLink Story of The Week: ICC compensates Uganda victims

'Heartbroken' Paul Pogba to appeal four-year doping ban +++US 'deeply troubled' by Ghana's anti-LGBTQ legislation+++Victims of Cameroon's separatist conflict speak to DW

Nigeria's union workers end strike, give government 14-day ultimatum+++Kenyans decry shortage of condoms+++Who are Burundi's RED-Tabara rebels?

Who will win South Africa’s 2024 election? +++ Analysis: South Africa election campaigns ramp up +++ Portrait: Duduzane Zuma +++ Showbiz

West African bloc ECOWAS lifts sanctions against Guinea, Mali, and Niger+++Guinea capital Conakry grinds to a halt as general strike begins++South Africa's political parties launch campaigns

Nigeria's naira has declined by a whopping 38% to the US dollar while Ghana's cedi, the Kenya's shilling and the West African CFA franc have also lost value. Why are African currencies performing so poorly on the world market? And, does the performance of a currency tell the whole story of any country's economy?

Malawi's immigration services paralyzed by cyber-attack disruptions+++Guinea junta restricts internet access to curb unrest+++Turkey to provide maritime security support to Somalia

Did you know that a 2021 study shows that an estimated 600 million Africans lack access to electricity? On this week's 77 Percent Show, we asked young people how they cope when the power goes off. Listen to this interesting debate!

DR Congo conflict escalates +++ US accuses Rwanda of involvement in Congo conflict +++ Can you speak your mother tongue? +++ Cameroonians react after President Biya tells them not to migrate

Nigerians brace for electricity subsidy removal+++Guinea junta freezes accounts of dissolved government members+++Malawi begins offering education to female inmates

Eastern DRC residents scramble for safety as conflict intensifies+++African leaders condemn Israel's offensive in Gaza

The AU has had a rough start to 2024 amid worsening regional violence and democratic backsliding among members.

Ethiopia gears up for AU summit amid conflict in Amhara region +++ Why does AU with its headquarters in Addis Ababa ignore the conflict in Ethiopia? +++The migration dilemma +++Potrait of a cervical cancer survivor in Zambia +++ Showbiz

Fighting in eastern DRC takes its toll on children +++ South Africa deploys 2900 troops to eastern DRC +++ Nigerians ditching the depriciating naira for foreign currency +++ Guinea's labour unions plan to protest over rising cost of living

More African countries are likely to join Chad, Zambia, Ethiopia, and Ghana in seeking to restructure their debt under the G20 “Common Framework for Debt Treatments,” according to the United Nations. However, many young people in debt-ridden African nations feel their leaders have mishandled finances to their detriment. #77Percent #DWAfrica

Senegal bans opposition protests +++ ECOWAS dispatches diplomatic mission to mediate the political crisis in Senegal +++ Today is World Radio Day

"If African coaches are given enough resources and liberty to function without interference, no national team on the continent will need a foreigner as coach." Do you agree with this? Listen to this interesting debate

Ivory Coast shocks the continent, lifts the AFCON trophy +++ What really went wrong for Nigeria's Super Eagles? +++ February 12: International Day against the Use of Child Soldiers.

The winners of the Africa Cup of nations will emerge on Sunday. Nigeria and Ivory Coast play the final match in Africa's biggest football tournament at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan. But after the final whistle blows, what happens to this newly revamped stadium or any of the other expensive AFCON infrastructure paid for with borrowed funds?

Ivory Coast to face Nigeria in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations +++ Nigeria's new student loan scheme +++ Kenya forges ahead with its deployment to Haiti

Malawi and Zimbabwe battle Cholera +++ M23 "administration" in eastern DRC +++ Nigeria's minimum wage comes under review +++ AFCON Semi-finals

Progress towards zero tolerance against FGM +++ What does the election postponement mean for Senegal's democracy?+++ Sudan conflict update

Grammy Award for South African singer Tyla +++ Reactions to death of Namibian President Hage Geingob +++ AFCON

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger announce exit from ECOWAS+++Insecurity in the Sahel could deteriorate, analysts tell DW.

Thousands Africans trapped in Myanmar’s cyber slavery racket +++ No more styrofoam in Nigeria +++ An Ivorian woman campaigning against GBV +++ AFCON Final 16

South Africa's Bafana Bafana shock Morocco after Hakimi penalty miss, Mali through +++ Jailed Zimbabwe opposition figure Sikhala set free +++ Nigerian NGO helps sexual abuse victims

Former South Africa’s President, Jacob Zuma banned from the ANC party +++ Would you marry someone who asked you to sign a prenup? +++ All the latest AFCON updates

Military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger announce their immediate withdrawal from ECOWAS+++Deforestation in Sierra Leone +++ AFCON update

AFCON: Ivory Coast football star Didier Drogba is famed for bringing back peace to his country when he begged fighters to lay down their arms. Ivory Coast hosting the AFCON will use the games to boost unity in the country.

AFCON: Analysis of upcoming matches at knockout stages++Ivory Coast narrowly survives elimination+++World Court to rule on Gaza emergency measures in Israel genocide case

What is the outcome from Blinken’s Africa tour? +++ Nigeria: Reactions to arrest of president of herder's association +++ The latest on AFCON matches, stakes +++ Will the Elephants of Ivory Coast make it to the knockout stages? +++

Young Africans are undertaking perilous journeys across the world, fleeing their home countries for various reasons. Seeking a safe haven in Europe, the US, the UK, and other destinations — with no intention of returning to Africa — including Rwanda. But Rwanda has already established agreements with the UK, regarding arrangements for hosting asylum seekers. Is this what young Africans want?

Cameroon's Indomitable Lions seek qualification when they play against Senegal+++US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken visits Ivory Coast and Nigeria+++24 Israeli soldiers have been killed in the Gaza Strip

Liberia's new president Joseph Boakai sworn in today +++ Cameroon is the first country in the world to launch a routine vaccine programme against Malaria +++ AFCON: Ghana's Black Stars face an uphill task against Mozambique +++ Will Ghana survive the group stage +++ Nigeria's Super Eagles looking to cement another win and qualify for the next stage

It has been a week of football fanfare at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) taking place in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. The start of the tournament, however, saw many teams register draws which dent their hopes of automatic qualification from group stages.

As marital disputes and divorce rates rise, more and more couples are looking into prenuptial agreements. Some see the documents as red flags in relationships with no trust and respect while others say its an important agreement that every couple should have. What's your view? #77Percent #DWAfrica

AFCON: Nigeria’s Super Eagles take on hosts Ivory Coast++ Will Ivory Coast be the first team to qualify for the next stage? +++ Davos World Economic Forum +++ How Tinubu's government is tackling corruption

Africa's football kings Morocco play against Tanzania +++ Namibia's shocked Tunisia - no more underdogs +++ Shell announces exit from troubled Niger Delta +++ Kenya in shock over gruesome spate of femicides in Airbnb apartments +++ How can Malawi make education more accessible?

Burundi escalates conflict with Rwanda +++ Don't Hold Back: How to make it as a social media content creator with Tums Mmope +++ AFCON: Ivory Coast prepares to take on Nigeria's Super Eagles this week +++ Who will win this year's AFCON?

Reactions as Cape Verde is declared malaria-free +++ Zambia debates having a 24-hour economy +++ AFCON games: What is the latest from Ivory Coast?

South Africa's case against Israel over accusations it is committing genocide in Gaza opened in The Hague this week. African governments refrained from statements but influential blocs that include many African countries and Namibia openly support South Africa and the Palestinians. How will the complaint be handled by the International Court of Justice? And what do Africans say about the case?

South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza+++Gambia faces pre-AFCON drama over players' bonuses+++What are Zambia's chances at AFCON?

Reactions to DR Congo confirmed election result +++ Nigeria cracks down on fake degrees +++ What happened to Kenya's visa free entry? +++ AFCON update

The surge in Guinness World Record attempts has become a phenomenon across Africa. In Ghana alone, approximately 355 submissions have been made to the Guiness World Record for various attempts. Why is this trend gaining such momentum on the continent? This is what young Ghanaians think.

Malawi grapples with unsafe abortions +++ South Africa’s teen pregnancy crisis +++ Challenges of teenage pregnancy across Africa

Did Ghana's government try to silence pan-Afrian youth leaders? +++ Who is Nana Kwame Bediako? +++ President Ruto vs Kenyan judiciary +++ Nigeria intensifies crackdown on fake degrees +++ Sports

Britain has joined the United States, Arab League, and the African Union to call for restraint over the escalating tensions in the Horn of Africa over an agreement between Ethiopia and the separatist region of Somaliland. Will Ethiopia and Somalia go to war over the deal? DW's Isaac Mugabi speaks to experts, in this week's story of the week.

As 2024 gets underway, I'm pretty sure we want to start on the right foot. Some people have already made resolutions for the year, which may include keeping fit, saving more cash, or even studying harder. But now the question is: Why don't the majority of people stick to their resolutions? #77Percent #DWAfrica

Reactions after Sierra Leone's former President Bai Koroma is charged with treason +++ Intv: What impact could the charges have on Sierra Leone +++ DRC update +++ More foreigners acquiring land in Zambia +++ Showbiz

Sierra Leone's ex-president Ernest Bai Koroma charged with treason +++ Challenges facing Congolese President-elect Felix Tshisekedi +++ Congolese opposition refuses to petition the election results +++ Ethiopia faces backlash over MOU with Somaliland +++ Zambia concerned by the rise of ethnic groups

Somalia rejects port deal +++ Human Trafficking in Kenya +++ Library for the visually impaired in Cameroon +++ Sports

Congo's President Tshisekedi re-elected after contested poll+++Chad military leaders appoint former opponent prime minister+++Guiness world records trend in Africa

2023 was a difficult year for many economies in sub-Saharan Africa. Countries in the region were hit by a sluggish global economy, worldwide inflation, and high borrowing costs, while still emerging from the pandemic, according to the International Monetary Fund. Rising living costs and political instability became a daily concern for many. What is the outlook for 2024?

African countries assert their role in global politics +++ Africa 2023: Challenges, democracy, security, and economic highlights +++ Zambia pushes bill for access to information +++ South Africans look back at difficult 2023 +++ Showbiz

Police prevent election protest in DR Congo capital+++Opposition candidate in Congo alleges police fired bullets as protesters seek re-do of election+++ Africans react to Pope's approval of blessings for same-sex couples

A challenging year for UN peacekeepers in Africa +++ Kenya's drive to privatize state-owned assets +++ Creating awareness of palliative care in Tanzania +++ Christmas disrupted in English-speaking Cameroon

Africans scramble to shop and travel back home in time for Christmas +++In Nigeria, high transport fares deter many from celebrating Christmas with their families in villages

Voters in the Democratic Republic of Congo wrapped up the second day of voting on Thursday, but the powerful Catholic Church observer mission said more than 27 percent of polling stations did not open and 152 cases of violence reported. The chaos came as no surprise to election observers and Congo experts. So what lies ahead after the DRC chaotic elections?

Voting extended in DR Congo as five presidential candidates call for a rerun +++ Why Kenya is facing frequent power cuts +++ Is China sending prisoners to Nigeria to work?

Election day in the DRC +++ DRC election: Opposition leaders cry foul +++ Why the DRC election matters +++ How neighboring Rwanda is following the election in DRC

Christmas, for many people, is a holiday season that provides opportunities for families to reunite. It also allows us to take a break from our daily routine and reflect on the year gone by. But is Christmas, which celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, losing its meaning? How has the economy affected Christmas? And how is Christmas today compared to years ago? #77Percent #DWAfrica

All eyes on DRC ahead of elections +++ Internet restrictions in Guinea +++ South Africa's proposed public health insurance

DRC election campaigns heat up amid insecurity +++ Why do the lights keep going out in Kenya? +++ Cholera-hit Zimbabwe to export purified water to South Africa +++ Major sports news

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has over 900 registered political parties. Such a large contingent of diverse parties is exceptional in Africa. Are hundreds of parties good or bad for Congo? And, what has Africa's experience with multi-party democracy been?

What Congolese voters expect +++ Explainer: What's at stake in Congo elections? +++ Activist on male-dominated presidential race +++ Insecurity in Congo

COP28 climate summit ends in Dubai+++African delegates at COP28 push for climate financing++Why is Nigeria's army making deadly mistakes?

Some young African women are not sure they want to get married because they're afraid their husbands will kill them. In Cameroon in 2023, up to 60 women were killed by their partners. Why is the killing of women by their husbands or partners on the rise, and what can be done to stop it? Listen to this interesting debate...

Kenya celebrates 60 years of independence +++ Expert:Is Kenya on the right track? +++ Kenya's reformed health policy-miss or hit? Tribute to South Africa's singer and songwriter Zahara

DRC election: Opposition candidates complain of sabotage and aggression+++Rwanda accuses DR Congo leader of 'threat' over Hitler jibe++South Africa.:Seventy new political parties formed ahead of elections

The collapse of the G5 Sahel anti-jihadist alliance+++Niger ends security and defense partnerships with the EU

Kenyan judge finds Meta is not in contempt of court +++ Nigeria's Fulani herdsmen to form vigilante group +++ How are Congo's elections viewed by the West?

Electricity access in Africa +++ How Anglophone Cameroonians are coping with power blackouts +++ Sudan's "forgotten" humanitarian catastrophe +++ Malawi alert as anthrax spreads from Zambia +++ Burna Boy is most streamed Sub-Saharan African artiste on YouTube

Sex is an integral part of marriage. But do partners have the "right" to have sex at all times? Some partners blame each other for refusing to have sex. How rampant are such cases where you are, and what needs to be done? #77Percent #DWAfrica

Ghana holds UN peacekeeping ministerial meeting +++ DRC citizens seek safety in volatile East after EAC troops withdraw +++ South Africa marks 10th Mandela death anniversary +++ Delivery girls in Bamenda face risks of sexual assault

How serious are the pledges made at COP28? +++ South Africa's tough transition from coal energy +++ Challenges of Nigerian journalists living with disabilities +++ Fighting malnutrition in Malawi

As the world marks World AIDS Day, Africalink's Isaac Mugabi brings you the stories of people living with the virus and how African countries are doubling efforts to fight HIV/AIDS.

COP28 climate conference kicks off in Dubai+++Cameroon's efforts to save the Congo Basin Forest+++What impact will the cancelation of the EU election observer mission have on DRC elections?+++ Ghana seeks to curb inter-ethnic violence

Niger military government draws reaction from Europe after repealing law on migrant traffickers+++Women underrepresented in DRC elections+++Private sector threatens to pull out of South Africa

South Sudan president reshuffles cabinet amidst coup rumours+++ Sierra Leone police blame failed coup for Sunday's deadly clashes+++Kenyans count the cost after El Nino floods+++Malawi seeks to reverse suicide trend

Nollywood is one of the world's most prolific cinematic enterprises, producing over 2,000 movies annually and contributing about 2.3% to Nigeria's GDP. Despite the actors and actresses being regarded as some of Nigeria's most fashionable and wealthy celebrities, many veterans are making shocking social media appearances to solicit financial support. What are the stakes for the younger actors?

Sierra Leone: Thirteen government soldiers confirmed dead after Sunday clashes, army confirms +++ Nigeria: Armed men kidnap 150 mostly women and children in Zamfara state +++ Congolese musician Fally Ipupa's concert in Paris sells out with 40,000 fans in attendance.

What is at stake in the upcoming December 20 DRC elections? Join George Okachi as he discusses this hotly contested election with Phil Clark, an expert on central Africa at SOAS University of London.

Sudan fighting rages as UN warns of food shortages for refugees+++War-torn Sudan could break apart, experts warn+++Nigeria's death row prisoners in limbo+++Google GPS removes South Africas dangerous routes

Reactions after South Africa's parliament votes to close embassy in Israel +++ Intv. Annalena Baerbock on Israel-Hamas war +++ Tanzania's male victims of domestic abuse +++ Antibiotic abuse and self-medication in Zambia +++ Sports

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu in Germany to attract investments+++Uganda: Who benefits from China's surveillance technology?+++South Africa: Foreigners worried over new business clampdown

Politicians in the Gambia have enacted a law that will make life of ex-presidents and their spouses modestly more comfortable after they leave office. The Former Presidents’ Bill 2023 is viewed as an incentive to incumbents to willingly vacate office and avoid the perpetuation of their tenure.

What is Africa Compact Summit +++ Germany Compact with Africa +++ Portrait Joseph Boakai, Liberia's president-elect +++Showbiz

More and more Africans are openly interrogating colonial-era narratives and asking themselves how the bitter legacies their countries are left with can be overcome. As debate swirls over the latest outpourings of remorse and apologies from ex-empires such as the Netherlands, Britain, Germany or Belgium, some Africans are starting to agitate harder for reparations.

Kenya's parliament approves police deployment to Haiti +++ African youth discuss climate change in Cameroon +++ Malawians baffled by Kwacha devaluation +++ Zambia's anthrax outbreak

UK Supreme Court rejects plan to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda +++ Is a new war looming in the Horn of Africa? +++ What Africa brings to the table at review of UNCCD +++ South Africa plans citizenship, immigration and refugee reform +++ New Guiness World Record coming from Nigeria

World Diabetes Day: How South Africa is coping with diabetes +++ Liberia holds presidential runoff +++ Accra Reparations Conference opens

As unemployment hits millions of young Africans, many are now being compelled to bribe or even offer sex for getting a job. For more on the topic, listen to this 77 Percent podcast hosted by DW's Chrispin Mwakideu.

Uganda's anti-LGBT law petitions +++ LGBTQ activitst Alex Donkor on situation in Ghana +++ Kenyans furious over increased national documents charges +++ Germany seeks to boost investment in Zambia +++ Sports

Zimbabwe's government allegedly preventing nurses from working abroad

Rwanda has now joined The Seychelles, The Gambia, and Benin in removing travel restrictions for Africans. Meanwhile, Kenya’s President William Ruto has announced that its visa-free policy will start in 2024. But many young Africans are hoping that this can expand to the rest of the continent. Listen to young people in Rwanda and Ghana.

Kenya's Ruto defends economic measures despite criticism+++Worst floods in decades kill 29 in Somalia, hit towns across East Africa+++Nigeria's president signs controversial bill for a presidential yacht and SUVs for lawmakers

WHO holds conference with African parliaments on emergency response +++ Tigrayan women dealing with trauma after war +++ Nigeria's separatist group lays claim to Cameroon's Bakassi Peninsula

Ethiopia to hold referendum over border dispute between Tigray and Amhara states+++Separatists kill 20 in Cameroon

Uganda plans terminate fuel imports deals with Kenya+++Germany's Scholz wants to expand migration centres in Nigeria

Chancellor Olaf Scholz says Germany and the EU is committed to boosting security in West Africa and could provide support to fight the jihadi insurgency spreading from the Sahel region to the Gulf of Guinea. What kind of support can it provide and which countries want German support. And, will the military rulers who now dominate the Sahel even cooperate?

In Gabon which was hit by a coup d'état one month ago, joining the ranks of the army in the post-coup era is more than a source of pride for young people. In Cameroon, close to 30,000 youths, 35 percent of them women, have applied to fill 3,000 positions in the Rapid Intervention Battalion, (BIR) and presidential guard. What motivates young Africans to join the military?

German president wraps up Zambia visit+++20th African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum opens in Johannesburg

Spotlight on President Ruto's globetrotting+++Why it is so difficult to protest in Zambia+++Zanzibar woman educating the youth on cybersafety

German president faces colonial past on Tanzania trip +++ German Chancellor Scholz wraps up Nigeria, Ghana visit +++ Malawi excited over bumper wheat harvest +++ Feature: Tigray after the war: Does peace have a chance?

The German chancellor's trip to Nigeria +++ WFP's suspension of aid in DRC has far-reaching consequences +++ Cameroon's climate refugees +++ Rugby world champions Springboks

In the event you fall sick and need medical attention, does gender matter when choosing a health professional to attend to you? In Tanzania, elderly men suffering from hydrocele disease, a condition that is characterised by the swelling of the scrotum, protest being attended to by female health care providers.

Conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has flared up again two months before the country heads for a general election.

Nigeria's Supreme Court affirms President Tinubu's election win +++ Nigeria's Katsina State becomes first to make vigilante groups official +++ Kenya's court rejects GMO +++ Mortuary worker in Tanzania fighting stigma +++ Preview of Rugby World Cup

Liberia gears up for runoff election showdown between Weah and Boakai+++Goma residents decry oil sector strike as commodity prices increase ++++Kenya's new finance law hits influencers and content creators

UK court overturns Nigeria's billion dollar fine over collapsed gas deal +++ Nigeria's Niger border closure causing pain for locals on both sides +++ Liberia 2023 Elections +++ Malawi prisons begin to separate men and women inmates +++ Showbiz

S.Africa's operation dudula recent raids spark xenophobic fears+++Rebels recapture DR Congo town in fresh fighting+++Sudan: 20-year-old war crimes before International Criminal Court

Liberia is heading for a crucial rematch of the 2017 presidential runoff between incumbent George Weah and opponent Joseph Boakai. Click to listen to what's at stake!

As the feminist movement continues to gain momentum, exploring the relationship between financial dependence and the pursuit of gender equality becomes increasingly essential. This debate aims to unravel the layers of this complex issue.

Ghana's flood victims cry for help +++ Kenya's Ruto moves to boost local garment industry +++ Nigeria hails operation to clear Biafra separatists fighters out of forests a success +++ Sports

Somalia rejects Ethiopia's bid to gain access to Red Sea Port +++ A health start-up in Rwanda uses AI for non-communicable diseases +++Twelve countries in Africa to receive 18 million doses of the first-ever malaria vaccine over the next two years +++ Showbiz

Kenya seeks more Chinese loans at 'Belt and Road' forum despite rising public debt +++ Zambia threatens to deregister opposition political parties +++ Nigeria curbs export of unprocessed lithium

Congolese army dealing with ADF +++ President Weah, opposition leader Boakai nearly tied in Liberia presidential race +++ LGBTQ+ Community in Kenya defies anti-gay protesters, demands rights

Israel-Hamas conflict divides opinion in Africa+++Why have African leaders remained silent on the Israel-Hamas conflict?+++Can South Africa mediate the brewing tensions between Israel and Hamas?

Liberia tallying votes as President Weah pursues re-election for a second term+++France bans pro-Palestinian protests after Hamas attack+++Kenya's Kipyegon nominated for Women's World Athlete of the year award

Human rights groups have called for the death penalty to be abolished globally and replaced with longer prison sentences, so persons wrongfully convicted of certain crimes are not executed. So far only 29 out of 55 African countries have completely abolished the death penalty. On this week’s 77 Percent Show we ask if the rest of Africa should abolish the death penalty? #77Percent #DWAfrica

Voters go to polls in Liberia after tense campaigns+++Gambia's Barrow hints at reviving Jammeh-era dictatorial powers

DR Congo: Tshisekedi announces second term bid +++ The biggest 2023 election issue for Liberia’s youth +++ Tanzanian musicians face restrictions and jail for government critical lyrics +++ Sports

The poor ranking of Kenya's national police service could potentially hinder their performance in a special security mission in Haiti, a Kenyan former special forces operative has warned.

According to the World Bank, Sub-Saharan Africa remains the largest recipient of foreign aid. But in the past months, coup-hit countries in Africa like Gabon and Niger have had foreign aid suspended. Can this have big effects on these countries, or would they be better off without it? We explore this in this week's 77 Percent Show. #77Percent #DWAfrica

Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine was detained on arrival at Uganda's Entebbe International Airport +++ DRC: Renewed tensions after clashes +++ South Africa's new border management authority +++ Liberians to vote in October 10 general election

Congo opposition leader Katumbi signs up for presidential race+++DR Congo Nobel winner Mukwege declares presidential bid+++Plights of migrants in Central Africa

Nigeria's labor unions suspend a planned strike to protest rising living costs +++ Chicago State University releases Bola Tinubu’s academic certificates to Atiku Abubakar +++ Malawi and Tanzania plan joint operations to tackle organized crime

Three killed in Liberian election campaign clashes+++ Is Ethiopia on the brink of a new war?+++What's it like in drug rehab at a government center in Tanzania?

Niger leaders are celebrating the exit of French ambassador to the west African country. It follows an order for him to leave as relations between Niger under a ruling junta and France breaks down. France also plans to withdraw its troops in Niger by the end of year. But what are the implications of this French withdrawal for Niger’s security and political stability?

Burkina Faso coup attempt +++ Two women activists from Africa and two organizations were presented with this year’s Right Livelihood Award +++,Corruption in Guinea under a junta

DW's AfricaLink Special Edition: Migrant Crisis – What Is the EU's Position on African Migration?

Mali Presidential elections postponed +++ Tanzania-Zambia fuel pipeline under construction +++ Nigeria's diphtheria outbreak +++ E-learning becoming popular in Kenya

TikTok is facing bans in Africa. In Senegal the government banned TikTok, citing "hateful and subversive" messages. The Somali government ordered a ban on TikTok, Telegram and an online betting site, claiming that these platforms were being used by "terrorists" for propaganda purposes. And in Kenya there are calls to ban TikTok due to "explicit sexual content" allegedly eroding cultural values.

France pulls troops out of Niger +++ Germany returns skulls of Tanzanian heroes +++ DNA matching: Tanzanians demand ancestral skulls back +++ Cameroon: Recognizing the rights of indigenous Baka people +++ Sports

For decades, African leaders have attended the UN General Assembly, where they get to address the summit on a wide range of issues that affect their people, but how seriously does the assembly take Africa? Does Africa get the attention and status it deserves on the global arena?

Kenya marks 10th anniversary of Westgate mall terror attack +++ Niger's humanitarian situation worsens +++ Landmines still a threat in Angola

30 since Eritrea fought and won independence from Ethiopia, some of its citizens in the diaspora who are dissatisfied with the country's democracy have been agitating. Similar independence movements have typified the Nigerian and Cameroonian diaspora for years. Follow this interesting debate with our panellists, Simon Ekpa in Finland, Tapang Ivo Tanku in the US, and Fabrice Lena in Cameroon.

Rwanda's President Kagame seeks a fourth term in office+++Addressing menstrual hygiene challenges in Ghana

The AI show: AI for development in Ghana+++Kenya ghostwriters lose income because of AI+++What is the future of AI?

Several African leaders in New York for the annual UN General Assembly +++ Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger form security alliance +++ Malawians and the rising craze for a banging body +++ Showbiz

What's up between Zambia's president and Zimbabwe's ruling party?+++Southern African regional bloc -SADC's unity under threat following Zimbia, Zimbabwe diplomatic tiff+++Rwandans want LGBT legal recognition+++Invictus Games: Nigeria's athletes battle with trauma

DW's AfricaLink Special Edition: President William Ruto's one year in office

Machines have become more affordable, faster and more efficient than humans. Improved technology has moved physical automation to the next level. And now artificial intelligence (AI) is here to help us think. Is it beneficial to mankind — or should we expect trouble in the future? #77Percent #DWAfrica

Women groups in Zimbabwe put pressure on President Emmerson Mnangagwa for not appointing a gender-balanced cabinet+++Explainer: African countries with the highest representation of women in parliament+++DRC: Pupils and people displaced by conflict share classrooms+++Insecurity in Sahel under military regimes

G20 admits African Union as permanent member+++Zambian president is in China, to seek formalization of a debt restructuring deal+++Combatting liver disease in Tanzania

Do protests by Africans in the diaspora make a difference?

UN offers to support Gabon's transition to civilian rule+++Female activists in Rwanda seek a review of divorce law+++Zimbabwe swears in lawmakers amid election results dispute

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu marks 100 days in office+++Is Tinubu fulfilling his promises to voters?

Japa is a word used in Nigeria for youth who are leaving the country to look for better opportunities abroad. But this term does not only apply to Nigerians but other African youth leaving to study or work abroad. This can be because of unemployment, high cost of living an little opportunities. But is leaving your country a better solution?

Niger junta government hopes for "deal" with ECOWAS +++ Military rule makes comeback in Africa +++ Guinea junta marks two years in power +++ Taking care of premature babies in Tanzania

Gabon coup leader sworn in as interim president+++Zimbabwe's president-elect Emerson Mnangagwa inaugurated+++ Africa Climate Conference kicks off in Nairobi

Gabon's opposition leader has alleged that the ousted president's family arranged the coup to retain power.

Who is Gabon's new interim leader General Brice Oligui Nguema? +++ Gabon coup receives little condenmnation from AU, EU +++ Reactions after Cameroon's President Paul Biya reshuffles military chiefs +++ EU foreign ministers meet in Spain to discuss possible sanctions on Niger

17 percent of children aged 0 to14 live in single-parent households worldwide according to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development in Uganda. How is this affecting young people there and other parts of Africa? Listen to the views of young people in Cameroon and Uganda on the subject.

Gambia: Military ousts President Ali Bongo+++African Union urges safety for ousted President Ali Bongo+++Bongo appeals for help from "International friends"

Zimbabwe's main opposition party calls for fresh polls +++ UN prepares "unprecedented" six-month peacekeepers withdrawal from Mali +++39 civilians killed in Sudan's Darfur +++ Corporal punishment in Nigeria +++What Kenya's TikTok creators think of President Ruto's stance on the app

Deadline for French envoy to leave Niger expires+++ What options does Zimbabwe's opposition have in challenging results?+++ Malawi embarks on new cholera vaccination campaign+++Zimbabwe's opposition alleges "gigantic fraud" in elections+++Showbiz

The craze for body modification or enhancement continues to rise, with people seeking the elusive 'perfect look'. In Malawi, for instance, it was rare to hear people talking publicly about sexual enhancement products or even hip or bum enlargement, but that has changed. On this week's 77 percent, we spoke with Malawians and Ugandans on the issue.

The outcome of Zimbabwe's general election will be known in the coming days. One million first-time voters cast their ballots in the country with an incumbent who came to power in a coup in 2017. How has life under his authoritarian government been? Do the youth believe that the new leader can overcome youth unemployment, unaffordable education and lack of access to health care?

Russia's Putin sends condolences to Prigozhin's family after crash+++Prigozhin plane crash: locals report 'bangs' and fire+++BRICS hails 'historic' entry of new members amid bloc rivalry+++Zimbabwe arrests election monitors as opposition lashes "flawed" poll

Troubled start to Zimbabwe’s elections as many voters disenfranchised+++BRICS want African goods and services to be 'equal competitors' in world economy.

BRICS leaders meet in South Africa as bloc weighs expansion+++Brazil's Lula says BRICS not meant to challenge G7, US+++Zimbabwe election: Why the youth vote matters

Zimbabwe Elections: Which candidate can best tackle challenges in the country?+++All you need to know about BRICS

+++NEWS+++ Story Of The Week: What's the way forward in Niger? As regional bloc ECOWAS continues to threaten the use of military force, we hear from people across the continent.

ECOWAS military chiefs meet in Accra +++ Zimbabwe election presidential candidates - who are the favourites? +++ Women's political representation in Zimbabwe's election +++ Zimbabweans in the diaspora on the upcoming election

West Africa has seen six coup d’etats in three years, leading some analysts to suggest there is a resurgence of the spirit of African nationalism seen during the independence era of the 1950s and 1960s. Military juntas have gained widespread youth support on the premise that they can solve national and societal issues where democratic governments have failed. Listen to reactions of young Africans

What role can ECCA play in the Niger crisis? +++South Africa prepares to host the BRICS summit+++What do Liberians want from the October 10th election?

Calls for peaceful resolution of Ethiopia’s Amhara conflict intensify+++Should parents be held accountable for crimes committed by their kids?

W.Africa bloc lashes threat to prosecute ousted Niger president +++ Zimbabwe ruling party accused of data privacy breach +++ Tanzania marks significant progress in HIV - AIDS fight, UNAIDS says +++ Neymar set for Saudi move after Al Hilal agree near-$100M transfer fee

In Zimbabwe, there is a law making parents entirely responsible for crimes committed by their kids who are under 18. Some parents are not entirely in agreement with the law, saying some children pick up bad behavior from their peers in school and even on social media platforms. We also wanted to get Ghanaian parents' perspectives on the Zimbabwean law, #77Percent #DWAfrica.

ECOWAS orders activation of its standby force over Niger coup+++Nigerian President Bola Tinubu backs diplomacy in Niger coup crisis+++C.Africa's Touadera: Man of peace or 'President Wagner'?

Niger junta accuses France of violating airspace, destabilising country +++ Opposition groups in CAR reject referendum results +++ World Bank says no more financing for Uganda over the anti-LGBTQ act +++ Normalizing the status of refugees in Zambia

Niger junta rebuffs overtures backed by US, UN to talk+++United States' Blinken: diplomacy is best way to solve the situation in Niger+++Sanctions, flight disruptions, squeeze U.N. aid stocks in Niger+++France ends Morocco's run and advances to the quarterfinals of the Women's World Cup

Niger junta rebuffs overtures backed by US, UN to talk+++United States' Blinken: diplomacy is best way to solve the situation in Niger+++Sanctions, flight disruptions, squeeze U.N. aid stocks in Niger+++France ends Morocco's run and advances to the quarterfinals of the Women's World Cup

5-West African leaders to meet on Niger after junta defies deadline +++ ICC prosecutor says he is investigating alleged new war crimes in Sudan's Darfur region +++ Illegal drug use high among young Ghanaians +++ Nigeria's Super Falcons go home with heads held high after agonising exit

Story of the Week: Kenya’s government has stopped US tech company Worldcoin from signing up new users in the country. It follows news of thousands of Kenyans queuing up to give out their personal data and subject themselves to eyeball scanning in exchange for cryptocurrency tokens. Some tech experts have raised data privacy concerns and want better regulation to protect Africans.

Thousands of coup supporters rally in Niamey +++ Amnesty International condemns war crimes in Sudan +++ Why mental health is important to African youths +++ FIFA Women's World Cup

Niger updates: France evacuates citizens, and other Europeans+++ ECOWAS sends delegation in Niger 'to negotiate' with junta+++Kenya suspends Worldcoin

Three Junta leaders back Niger, threaten ECOWAS +++ France, Italy begin evacuating citizens in Niger +++ Housing crisis hits Nigeria +++ Women’s World Cup: Nigeria's progress to the knockout stages

Niger junta detains more government ministers+++Zambia: How sub-dividing farms can affect food security+++Super Falcons celebrate reaching World Cup knock-out phase+++Should African men be stopped from braiding their hair?

Zanzibar authorities have banned men from plaiting their hair. A fine of $400 or six months in prison awaits any man caught wearing the hairstyle on the island. Some youth see the move as repressive, while others say African culture need to be preserved.#l77Percent #DWAfrica

Russia and African nations attend a summit in St. Petersburg on July 27 and 28. What's at stake for Africa, and is it a win-win for both Africa and Russia?

Putin promises free grain to six African countries at the Russia-Africa summit+++Niger military chief backs coup leaders+++Nigeria defeats Australia in Women’s World Cup

Putin promises free grain to six African countries at the Russia-Africa summit+++Niger military chief backs coup leaders+++Nigeria defeats Australia in Women’s World Cup

The implementation of legislation in Zambia that was passed to ensure people's treatment for mental health conditions is still patchy five years down the line. In this week’s 77 Percent show, we head to Lusaka to find out why that's the case. And, we, look at the mental health crisis in Nigeria, where nearly 50 million people, some as young as 15, are in need of help. #77Percent # DWAfrica

Niger coup attemp +++ EU deploys observation mission to Zimbabwe +++ Ghana parliament votes to abolish the death penalty +++ Zambia has become the first African side to be eliminated from the FIFA Women's World Cup

Raila Odinga cancels protests to hold vigil for victims of police brutality+++What's keeping women out of politics in Liberia?+++Guinness World Record frenzy in Nigeria

Africalink hosts, Josey Mahachi and Michael Oti to discuss the following: 100 days after Sudan’s war, no end in sight +++ Sudanese trapped in Kenya +++ Rising food prices in Nigeria +++ Germany thrash Morocco 6-0 in Women’s World Cup

Zimbabwe is set for an election in August amid record inflation and an alleged intensifying crackdown on the opposition.

Special edition on FIFA Women's World Cup: Scandals for Africa's World Cup teams +++ Ashleigh Plumptre: The World Cup brings a surreal feeling +++ What's holding women's football back in Ghana? +++ Does world cup first timer Zambia stand a chance?

Kenya anti-government protests escalates+++Coping with effects of flooding in South Sudan+++Sudan conflict continues

Nigerian chef Hilda Baci's success and attention after completing the longest cooking has inspired many and she has even referred to herself as a trailblazer. But since her accomplishment, there has been an increasing obsession to break more records in Nigeria. From a kissathon, attempting to cry for 100 hours, to massaging, Nigerians are trying it all. Take a listen!

Russia's Wagner fighters in Central African Republic +++ CAR constitutional referendum +++ Weakening African currencies +++ South Sudan: Displaced women in Bentiu IDP camps turn to self-help projects +++ South Africa at FIFA WWC

Has the International Criminal Court lived up to its mandate 25-years down the line?+++Russia halts landmark deal that allowed Ukraine to export grain at time of growing hunger+++Nigeria's Super Falcons upbeat to reach past quarter-finals in upcoming World Cup

SPECIAL EDITION: Anti-government protests in Kenya

Nigeria: IPOB stokes tensions +++ IPOB denies declaring sit-at-home order in south East region +++ Traditional vs modern circumcision +++ Rwandans debate expanding gorilla national park

President Bio not bothered by EU, US endorsement+++Six killed in banned Kenya protests+++Women in Ethiopia’s Tigray rally for food aid+++ South Africans worried by planned released of "Station Strangler"

The 2023 FIFA Women’s world cup starts on July 20. Africa’s contingent includes Nigeria, Zambia, South Africa and Morocco. Young footballers in Ghana share with The 77 Percent, some of the things holding the sport back.

World Population Day: Nigeria's population on the rise +++ South Sudanese women embrace family planning +++ Kenyan women decry low fertility rates

United Nations humanitarian chief says Sudan appears to be in a civil war 'of the most brutal kind'+++Eastern African bloc seeks summit to deploy regional force in Sudan

+++News+++Story of the Week: As South Sudan gears up for its independence anniversary, we take a look at how Africa's youngest nation is faring 12 years after its split from Khartoum. How close is the nation to reaching its democratic goals, and how is conflict in Sudan affecting influencing progress.

Sierra Leone's opposition vows not to take part in governance+++ Ghana's parliament unanimously agrees to pass the controversial anti-LGBTQ bill+++WFP suspends food aid in Ethiopia over theft allegations

In some African cultures, boys must undergo circumcision as a rite of passage to manhood. But botched circumcisions have resulted in deaths. Many argue circumcisions need to be safely performed in modern clinics only. But what do young South Africans or Ugandans think of this process?

Russia says there is still time to extend Ukraine grain deal+++UN worried as clock ticks on Ukraine grain export deal+++South Sudan president says he will be a candidate in long-delayed elections set for 2024+++Nigerians wary of plan to share data with Central Bank

Sudanese government asks youths to join the army +++ Reactions after President Macky Sall's decision not to seek third term +++ Frustration as vaccine fatigue hits Malawi +++ Latest on 2023 Women's FIFA World Cup

Nigerians react to EU observers report citing problems in February vote+++Tension in Senegal as president set to announce election plan

Back in the '80s, Cameroonian music could be heard across the world. But its popularity has since faded. There have been calls for an 80/20 campaign to encourage local radio stations to play 80% homegrown music. In Kenya, we hear of the "acha gun shika mic" initiative, which translates to "leave the gun and take up the mic," to help fight crime in the coastal city of Mombasa. #77Percent

+++News+++Story of the Week: How the Wagner Group's future in Africa hangs in the balance, where the group found its feet in Africa, and why its strategies are not always successful.

South African court rules against government ending permits for Zimbabweans in SA+++Would you subject your children to DNA testing?+++Why Cameroon is hesitant to confront the LGBTQ debate

Sudan's Darfur region relives new war crimes+++Human trafficking in West Africa+++Sierra Leone's President Bio sworn in

South Africa says Russia mutiny won't affect African peace efforts in Ukraine+++Germany and South Africa seek to expand cooperation but Russia weighs+++Sierra Leone president wins re-elecion, says electoral commission

Sierra Leone provisional results: incumbent Bio leading presidential race+++ Russian foreign minister says Wagner fighters to stay in Mali and CAR

In Uganda, just like in a few African countries, the issue of men subjecting their children to DNA tests to ascertain their paternity has become contentious. #77Percent #DWAfrica

DW's special Edition: "Economy, jobs" top concerns in Sierra Leone presidential election

Ghana debates Artificial Intelligence +++ UN Chief warns of artificial misinformation +++ Zambians use chatbots to help with tax returns +++ Rwandan music producer arrested for using drones

Libya resumes deportation of 165 migrants +++ Kenya signs EU trade deal in a shift to look beyond Africa +++ Expert on EU Africawide trade +++ Are jihadists selling rustled cattle in Ghana? +++ Marital expenses bill stirs mixed reactions in Sokoto, Nigeria

World Refugee Day +++ Hundreds of Malawian refugees rounded up and sent to camps +++ Plight of refugees displaced by xenophobic violence in South Africa +++ How refugees are contributing to Zambia's economy

Outcome of Africa peace mission to Ukraine/Russia +++ Sierra Leone gears up for June 24 presidential election +++ A look into the Uganda school massacre +++ Showbiz: Nigerian superstar Burna Boy under fire for canceling Netherlands show

+++News+++Story of the Week: As the world celebrates the International Day of the African Child today, do you think African children have anything to celebrate?

Sudan war death toll surges past 2,000 as fighting enters third month+++How serious is Nigeria's new president in tackling corruption?+++Rwanda begins to release genocide convicts who had served long jail+++ Behind the Filters: challenges influencers go through

Death toll rises to more than 100 after Nigeria boat capsizes +++ Gambians react to President Adama Barrow's third term bid +++ No roaming charges: A SADC move towards a single digital market

For most young people, an internship is an introduction to the work space especially in their selected field of study. An internship can last between 3 to 12 months and depending on what industry you are in, you either get paid or not. What do you think? Should a student be paid during an internship?

Cameroonians mourn the death of opposition Leader John Fru Ndi +++ As we celebrate International Albinism Awareness Day we hear from the plight of those with Albinism in Tanzania +++ Critics urge Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa not to sign Patriotic Bill +++ Expats in Kenya call for more protection

Nigeria's president urges patience after fuel subsidy upheaval+++Deaths mount after Sudan cease-fire expires, journalist tells DW+++Explainer: What constitutes child labor?+++How many hours do you regularly spend on your phone?

Senegal shut down Social Media during the latest political protests. By doing so, it joins other African countries and some outside the continent, who block access to the internet in the name of protecting national security. Senegal has long been hailed as a beacon of democracy in a region surrounded by political turmoil and jihadist insurgencies. Is Senegal now on the brink of democratic erosion?

Senegal's economy risks collapse after deadly protest+++Freeman Mbowe, Tanzania's opposition leader speaks to DW

Kenya's controversial bill on taxation+++African economist+++Rwanda react to genocide suspect case in The Hague+++ Malawi revokes citizenship of Burundians and Rwandans+++Showbiz

Nigeria's unions suspend fuel subsidy strike+++Rwandan teens petition government on access to contraceptives+++UN Russian Language Day

Do you trust the glamorous show of success some influencers always display on social media? One of the biggest challenges for influencers is striking a balance between maintaining authenticity and meeting the expectations of their audience and brand collaborations.

Cholera deathtoll rises in Cameroon+++Kenya grapples with cholera outbreak at Daadab refugee camp+++South Africans blame government for cholera outbreak

How many hours do you regularly spend on your phone? Do you consider yourself a phone addict? We spoke with young people in Malawi and The Gambia. #77Percent #DWAfrica

+++News+++Story of the Week: What Uganda's Anti-Homosexuality Act means for Ugandans, an Africans beyond+++Street Debate in Nairobi

BRICS Foreign Ministers meet in Capetwon South Africa ahead of the BRICS summit in August +++Fuel subsidy in Nigeria+++ Separatists roadblocks frustrates harvest season+++Showbiz

Zimbabweans living without work permits in South Africa have 30 days to leave+++WFP finally delivers food aid to Sudan

LGBTQ+ community in Uganda living in fear after the passing of the anti-gay bill into law +++ U.N. warns more than one million people may flee Sudan bloodshed

Tinubu sworn in as Nigeria's president, under pressure over economy+++Outcry as Uganda's anti-gay bill signed into law

DW's AfricaLink Special Edition on the Africa Day

AU celebrates 60 years+++Guineans defy junta ban+++Rising concerns as thousands of Kenyan children go missing

Cameroon separatists kidnapped 30 women+++What have Liberian youths got to say after the government lost a major landmark case involving one hundred million dollars worth of illegal drugs +++LAPSSET funding dries up+++Showbiz

Yvette Tetteh, Ghanaian-British entrepreneur, athlete and activist, is the first known person to swim across Ghana’s Volta River. She swam 450 kilometers in a combined total of 40 days. Yvette did this to raise awareness about the impact of waste colonialism on the ecosystems. On The 77 Percent radio show this week, we get to hear from Yvette and her experience.

High-level South Africa officials in Russia for talks+++Germany concerned over Nigeria's decision to handover bronze statues to Oba of Benin

Sudan update +++ Mo Ibrahim on Sudan +++ Nigeria commissions Dangote refinery +++ Sierra Leone leader urges end to Ukraine war for 'sake of humanity'+++ ShowBiz

Special Edition: South Africa’s ties to Russia - Africa is watching

Do you think there is a place where you cannot meet someone you must marry and spend the rest of your life with. #77Percent #DWAfrica

Tension in Anglophone Cameroon ahead of National Day celebrations+++Tanzanian traders strike over high taxes+++Zimbabwe cracks down on critics ahead of elections

Debate over same-sex marriage rages in Malawi+++ LGBTQ people navigate identity amid crackdowns in Zambia+++African leaders to present Ukraine peace plan+++ Kidney disease on the rise in Kenya+++Sports

Nigeria needs $12 billion to clean up oil-spills+++How prepared is Sierra Leone for flooding season?+++Ugandans unhappy about diaper tax increase

Can Ghana's former President John Mahama deliver the presidency for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) party in 2024? +++ Turkey's influence in Africa +++ The US fallout with South Africa over accusations that Pretoria supplied weapons to Russia +++ Barca crowned La Liga champs / Sweden wins Eurovision contest

DW'S AfricaLink Special Edition: What impact will Nigeria's presidential election petition have?

Teen pregnancy and childbirth are traditionally seen as female issues, and over the years, reproductive health discussions have largely focused on women. But where does this leave the men? A teen dad in Kenya shares his tribulations. In Ghana, over 100,000 teens got pregnant last year alone. #77Percent #DWAfrica

Anti-government riots flare in Guinea after seven reported dead+++Cameroon separatists say journalist killing "mistaken identity"+++Nigeria's food crisis deepens, UNICEF says+++AC Milan, Inter battle on two fronts for Champions League qualification

Shell wins Nigeria oil spill case+++South Sudan's humanitarian situation worsens amid Sudan crisis+++Zimbabweans react to new presidential order of non-disclosure of assets +++ Nigeria's senate bill on explosives triggers debate+++DW celebrates 70 years

Congo flood victims buried en masse as death toll rises above 400+++ Kenyan meteorologists train and equip slum residents to act on weather forecasts+++Zimbabwe's Constitutional Court dismisses petition to delay upcoming polls+++Tiwa Savage coronation performance shakes social cycles

What is the state of press freedom in Ghana and Uganda? Listen to this vibrant discussion hosted by DW's Okeri Ngutjinazo as she engages with Ugandan journalist Kenneth Lukwago and Media Foundation for West Africa's Program Office Kwaku Asante.

Rwanda reels from deadly floods +++ Whole villages washed away' by flooding in Uganda +++ Germany's chancellor Olaf Scholz begins East Africa tour +++ Follow-up on Uganda's anti-LGBTQ legislation +++ Did Western organizations influence Uganda's new anti-LGBTQ bill?

UN rings the alarm on diminishing global press freedoms+++Journalism threatened by fake content industry+++Kidnapping returns in Nigeria after three-month lull+++ Sudan crisis clouds Scholz's visit to East African

Concerning influx of refugees from Sudan +++ UNHCR on Sudan refugees +++ Refugees in Malawi wary of government plan to count them +++ Pregnant migrants in South Africa will receive free health care

Workers celebrate Labour Day amid stifling economic times+++Ghanaians decry heavy taxes+++Bill to prevent Nigerian doctors from relocating criticized+++Nigeria’s Tiwa Savage to perform at King Charles III’s coronation

Saudi Arabia was the first country to get its stranded citizens out of Sudan. It came a week after intense fighting broke out in Sudan between two rival forces: The Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Hours later, the US, the UK, France and China began evacuating their diplomats and nationals. But why is it taking African countries so long to evacuate their people?

Sudan fighting rages as ceasefire falters +++ Sudanese refugees flee into Chad +++ African leaders to pull peacekeepers out of Somalia +++ Water levels rise in Malawi due to climate change +++ Showbiz

S.Africa backtracks on quitting ICC after communication 'error'+++Ugandan environment activist urges for "just" energy transition+++ Meet Nigerian woman helping families struggling with infertility

Ghana rolls out new malaria vaccine despite WHO's approval +++ Sudanese fear worse to come as foreigners head out +++ Man-City aim to put destiny in their hands with win over Arsenal

Kenyan President William Ruto vows action after 58 bodies linked to cult found++Nigeria plans to evacuate nearly 3,000 of its nationals from Sudan++ Western nations have sent special forces to evacuate nationals from Sudan

Special Edition: conflict in Sudan

Fighting continues in Sudan after second ceasefire fails+++Persons with albinism in Rwanda complain of exclusion

Sudan's paramilitary RSF announces new 24-hour cease-fire +++ Wagner keeps low profile in Sudan to preserve interests +++ Cameroon, Nigeria back to business after 10 year hiatus +++ Grisly Thabo Bester jailbreak puts celebrity doctor in spotlight

What is President Kagame hoping to achieve - after visiting Guinea, Benin and Guinea-Bissau?+++Zimbabwe marks 43 years of Independence from Britain+++Villagers displaced by Boko Haram rebuild community

Fighting rages in Sudan as death toll passes 100 +++ Explainer: who is who and what's the cause of the conflict +++ Kenya opposition seeks ICC probe of police head over violence against protesters +++ Can polyamory make us better lovers?

Sadio Mane: Bayern Munich suspend and fine Mane for punching team-mate Leroy Sane after Champions League defeat+++Calm returns to Ethiopia’s Amhara region after days of violent protests+++ Nigeria: Staying out of school to avoid kidnapping+++Germany taps into Africa's IT sector to fill labor gap

Germany vows further support the Sahel after Mali exit+++South Sudan landmines still cover large parts of the country+++Germany expels Chad's ambassador in retaliation

South Africa: Thousands of Zimbabweans fear deportation +++ What is Kenya's first earth observation satelite expected to achieve? +++ Expert on African countries and space tech +++ Gold rush in Mauritania +++ Showbiz:

Rwanda remembers victims of the 1994 genocide against Tutsis++South Africa urged to arrest Russian President Vladmir Putin wanted for war crimes

An undercover probe by Al Jazeera has exposed a criminal network worth billions of dollars through gold smuggling and money laundering in Zimbabwe. DW's Isaac Mugabi will examine how those involved use religion to cover up their deeds, discussing with McDonald Lewanika, a politics and development researcher, and Howard Nyoni, a Bible scholar.

Benin Bronzes made of German brass+++Talking to sex workers in Kenya+++South African women are feeling increasingly scared and unsafe +++Easter time in Africa

TikTok's looming ban in the West worries African creators +++ Nigerians concerned over alleged plots to stop Tinubu’s inauguration +++ S. Africa’s opposition mulls plans to oust ANC through coalition +++ Angelique Kidjo becomes 3rd African to win the Polar Music Prize

Rwanda Consolee Uwimana, new ruling party vice chair +++ Interview: Expert on women on the political scene in Africa +++ Follow up: Nigeria's cash crunch +++ Morris Marah, providing digital literacy in Sierra Leone +++ Showbiz

Kenya prosecutor drops charges against MPs over anti-government protests+++Mozambicans vow to keep marching for deceased protest rapper+++Rwanda feminist campaigners push for end to sexism+++Davido's 'Timeless' shatters multiple Nigerian streaming records

The Gambia adopted new legislation to criminalize torture. Zambians want to see an end to ongoing cases of torture. And UN experts told the Human Rights Commission that African migrants are being subjected to torture in Libya. AfricaLink explores the use of torture in Africa with security and foreign relations analyst Adib Sani, and DW's Kathy Short in Lusaka and Sankulleh Janko in Banjul.

UN uncovers multiple war crimes in Libya+++Zambia concerned over cases of torture by police+++Freddy affects schools in Malawi

Ghana and Zambia are caught between IMF and China in debt restructuring +++ DRC: Cholera outbreak in refugee camp +++ Rwanda's LGBTQ community calls for protection +++ Sports

Protests turn violent in Kenya as religious leaders call for dialogue+++Ruto describes riots as political+++What is the importance of US-Tanzania relations?

Kenya's President William Ruto visits Germany +++ Kenya - How effective are Raila Odinga's mass protest? +++The US Vice President Kamala Harris is in Accra, Ghana, as part of a weeklong trip to Africa. Zambian government signs a 577 million dollar deal with a Chinese Consortium to construct and maintain a 327km dual carriageway. +++ Showbiz

Africalink Special Edition: Anti-government protests in South Africa, Kenya

Sierra Leone's economic crisis+++ Ghana's inflation soars+++Kenyans urged to replace staple food with rice and potatoes+++Zambians divided over the decision to give land to Kenyan farmers who escaped drought+++Showbiz

Uganda's harsh new anti-gay legislation blasted by UN, rights groups+++South Africa's EFF presses demands for Ramaphosa's resignation+++Humanity has 'broken the water cycle,' UN chief warns

Is East Africa becoming more homophobic? +++Uganda debates a bill on banning homosexual relations +++International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination +++Zimbabwe gearing up for general election +++South Sudan government and rebels meet in Rome for talks +++ Showbiz

Tear gas, arrests as Kenya opposition stages protests +++ South African protesters march to demand Ramaphosa steps down +++ Nigerian ruling party keeps powerful Lagos post after tense local polls +++ Mauritius ranks highest among Africa's happiest nations

DW's AfricaLink Special Edition: Cyclone Freddy affects 500,000 people in Malawi, UN says

The re-election of Gianni Infantino as FIFA president +++ The West's Love Affair with Rwanda +++ Guinea: Friction between the junta and opposition +++ 77% Debate: How can young people avoid cyberhackers? +++ A taboo-breaking artist in Sierra Leone

US Sec. of State Blinken in Ethiopia +++ Follow up Cyclone 'Freddy' aftermath in southern Africa +++ Feature: DRC: The M23 and mining resources +++ Tanzania youth interested in selling their kidneys +++ Showbiz

Kenya runs short of dollars +++ Expert on forex shortage in parts of Africa +++ Don’t Hold Back: Black tax +++ How did women fair in Nigeria's election? +++ Why do African Americans flock to Ghana?

Ethiopia seeks to block UN probe into massacres in Tigray region +++ Rape was used as weapon of war in Ethiopia, UN report +++ 52nd session of the Human Rights Council kicks-off in Geneva +++ Punitive crop laws hurting farmers in Africa+++ Tems' outfit at the Oscars criticised

Special Edition: Migration and Tunisia racism

What is happening in Nigeria after the Presidential elections?+++Can technology guarantee transparent polls?+++ What are the solutions to youth unemployment?

Nigeria: Who are the women in the life of President-elect Bola Tinubu?+++Gender pay gap+++ Amanda Ajami, a nutritionist helping Liberians to break bad eating habits +++ Breaking skating gender stereotypes+++Showbiz

Is a new "electricity minister" enough to help South Africa tackle its energy crisis?+++Ghana battles Lassa fever.

Nigeria: Defeated Atiku Abubakar leads protests against election results +++Tunisia crackdown on migrants raises concerns +++ Ghana celebrates Independence amid economic crisis +++Zambia: Human traffickers using the country as smuggling route to South Africa.

Nigeria Special: What challenges lay ahead for the new President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu?

Why did it take long for African leaders to congratulate Nigeria's president-elect?+++ Anger in Kenya over LGBT ruling.

Nigerian reactions to Bola Tinubu, their new president +++ Expert on the outcome of Nigeria's presidential election +++ Portrait: Bola Ahmed Tinubu +++ Africa and the world reacts to the change leadership in Nigeria

Nigeria opposition dismisses ‘sham’ election as ruling party’s Tinubu takes lead+++Uganda’s Museveni in South Africa on bilateral trade talks +++ Malawi women and girls held ransom in the Middle East

Nigeria counts votes+++Buhari's legacy +++ German Labor Minister Hubertus Heil on migration reforms aimed at Africa +++ Ghana: Manure instead of Russian fertilizers +++ Showbiz

Special Edition: Nigeria 2023 Elections

Nigeria’s election 2023: What is the situation on the ground? +++ Who are the main contenders? +++ Facts and details about voter demographics +++ Nigerian journalist turned politician Tari Taylaur runs for a seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly

Vote buying set to characterize upcoming Nigerian elections +++ Jill Biden makes 6th visit to Africa, her 1st as first lady +++ Equatorial Guinea VP's sparks diplomatic spat with South Africa

On Saturday, Nigeria - Africa's biggest economy - goes to the polls to elect a new government. Incumbent President Buhari stepping aside, but a cash crunch and a flurry of fake news in the run up have made this election even more unpredictable. Listen in on our Street Debate and our interview with Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw to hear how Nigerians are preparing for the vote.

Nigeria's IDPs left out of electoral process +++ What do young Nigerians expect from their leaders? +++ Burkinabe are finding refuge across the border in Ghana +++ How Zambian women stay afloat financially

Nigerian ruling party against Buhari's currency swap +++ Why Germany is keenly following Nigeria's election +++ S.Africa: Military exercise strains relations with West +++ Nigerian Afrobeats superstars perform at NBA All-Stars

DW's AfricaLink Special Edition: Impact of social media Nigeria's elections

Nigeria: Rich in oil but poor in refining +++Expert on Nigerian economy+++Analysis: Kenya's clampdown on rich tax cheats+++ AU Summit: Are Africa's nations now moving closer together?+++Showbiz: 77% Debate: Why do global celebrities ignore Africa in their world tours?

DW's AfricaLink Special Editon: Nigeria's Election

Love in a Cameroonian refugee camp +++ Countering Fake News in the Nigerian Election +++ Guinea's Ebola orphans +++ Rwanda's pregnant prisoners +++ Showbiz: Valentine's Day special

Nigeria army rebuffs "coup" plot claim +++ Nigeria's cash crisis taints election campaign +++ Malawi drops case against anti-corruption chief Martha Chizuma +++ Cameroon president's 90th birthday marked by cocktail of woes

Does the international media have a "hidden agenda" in Africa? This is the question AfricaLink hosts Eddy Micah Jr and Josey Mahachi discussed with media practitioners, content creators, and social media influencers in Lagos, Nigeria, as part of the Africa NXT 2023 festival. Take a listen!

Ghana gripped by corruption scandals +++ 77% Debate on Corruption in Cameroon and South Sudan +++ South Africa's repatriation of Zimbabwean migrants +++ Rwanda: One teacher for all subjects +++ Eminem trashes Grammys

DW's AfricaLink Special Edition: Russia Russia-Africa Relations +++ Russia's Lavrov vows aid for W.Africa's jihadist fight +++ Turkey leader admits 'shortcomings' as quake toll hits 11,700

Why is Ethiopia holding a referendum on a new region? +++ Old conflicts flare as Ethiopia bids for peace +++ Exclusive Interview with German Finance MinisterChristian Lindner on troops leaving Mali and Ghana German relations +++ Zambia's president receives backlash for his frequent foreign trips +++ Kenzo: Uganda’s first Grammy nominee

Protesters in DR Congo's Goma denounce East African military force+++East African leaders urge 'immediate ceasefire' in east DR Congo+++What did Pope Francis achieve on his Africa trip? +++Grammy for Nigerian Afrobeats star Tems

DW's AfricaLink Special Editon: Pope Francis visits DRC, South Sudan

Malawi government suspends anti-corruption boss+++ Martha Chizuma potrait+++Poor Kenyans likely to end up on death row: study+++Germany bans export of harmful pesticides to Africa+++SHOWBIZ: Eddy Kenzo Grammy nomination

Pope Francis slams 'brutal atrocities' in DR Congo+++Pope celebrates Mass with more than a million people in Kinshasa +++ Sextortion rife in Kenyan slums as women struggle to access clean water+++Kenyan prison gets facelift with "green tech" water treatment plant