DW Africa
Ivory Coast star denied entry to Canada ahead of Germany clash
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- Ivory Coast star denied entry to Canada ahead of Germany clash
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Germany's next World Cup opponents, Ivory Coast, will be without striker Elye Wahi in Toronto on Saturday after the 23-year-old was denied entry to Canada due to match-fixing allegations.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Malawians react to government's plan to restrict travel to South Africa
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Malawians are reacting over a proposed plan to temporarily ban travel to South Africa due to increased xenophobic attacks.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Malawi#South Africa#Migration
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- What happens when Africans no longer feel safe in Africa?
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Several African governments have evacuated hundreds of their citizens from South Africa amid rising tensions over migration and fears of xenophobic violence. While South Africa’s government insists it alone has the authority to deport foreign nationals, anti-migrant groups have intensified pressure on undocumented migrants to leave. Beyond the political debate are lives disrupted overnight. In this AfricaLink podcast, host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with a Nigerian evacuee and DW’s Azeezat Abiola Olaoluwa about the growing crisis, the realities of returning home, and what the future holds for those caught in between.#DWAfricaLinkPodcasr
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- South Africa's June 30 Migrant Deadline: What Happens Next?
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- June 30 is looming, but the deadline forcing migrants out of South Africa isn’t from the government. So what happens if it’s ignored?#DWAfricaSocialMedia#South Africa#Xenophobia
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- Chadema relaunches Tundu Lissu campaign
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- 1:35
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Tanzania's main opposition party has launched a new campaign demanding Tundu Lissu's release and renewed constitutional reforms.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- The Ebola survivors of DR Congo
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- In Mongbwalu, eastern DRC, the first survivors of the latest Ebola outbreak share their experiences as they work to raise awareness in a community where many still doubt the disease.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Ruto invites Arsenal to Kenya
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- President William Ruto says he has invited Arsenal to Kenya after the club's Premier League triumph sparked massive celebrations among supporters in Nairobi.
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- Why Uganda has recorded fewer Ebola cases than the DRC
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to battle a growing Ebola outbreak, raising concerns across the region. Uganda has also recorded confirmed cases, but has so far managed to keep infections and deaths comparatively low. What explains the difference?
From rapid surveillance and contact tracing to coordinated public health measures and community engagement, Uganda's response is drawing attention from health experts. This episode examines how the country has contained the outbreak so far — and what lessons its approach offers for future disease outbreaks across Africa.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#dwafricalinkpodcast
00:00 Intro
00:22 Ebola outbreak: DRC vs Uganda
01:49 Why is Uganda containing Ebola better?
02:05 Uganda's rapid response explained
05:31 Border closures: Helping or hurting?
08:47 Do border restrictions really work?
11:10 Why DRC is struggling more than Uganda
12:37 Are Uganda's Ebola numbers accura...
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- What Uganda is doing differently as Ebola spreads in the DRC
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The Democratic Republic of the Congo is battling its largest Ebola outbreak in years, with hundreds of confirmed cases and nearly 200 deaths. Uganda has also reported Ebola infections, but the outbreak there has remained far more limited. So what is Uganda doing differently? In this AfricaLink podcast, host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with virologist Dr. Jinal Bhiman and DW's Frank Yiga in Kampala about the measures helping Uganda contain the virus.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#AfricaLinkPodcast
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- Malawian nationals clash with police in South Africa
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Malawian nationals clash with police in Durban amid growing frustration over the repatriation process.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Zimbabwe court rules on presidential term-extension bill
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A major court ruling has dismissed a challenge to proposed constitutional changes — but the debate over what they could mean for Zimbabwe’s democracy is far from over.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Zimbabwe#Mnangagwa
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- Ghana’s Partey to miss World Cup opener
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss the team’s World Cup opener after being denied entry into Canada over visa misrepresentation allegations.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Migrants rush to leave South Africa before June 30 deadline
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Thousands of Malawians stranded in makeshift camps are being bussed home as South Africa accelerates deportations. A June 30 deadline set by anti‑migrant groups has prompted African governments to evacuate citizens.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Senegal fans keep faith after 3–1 loss to France
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Senegalese fans remain hopeful despite their team’s 3–1 defeat to France on Tuesday at the ongoing FIFA World Cup.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Utumishi fire case spotlights how Kenya treats juvenile offenders
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Calls are mounting to try the pupils accused of setting the Utumishi Girls Academy on fire as adults. Under the Children Act, young offenders are meant to be rehabilitated not punished.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Nigerians react to new VAT proposal
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- An IMF recommendation that Nigeria expand VAT to telecom services and petroleum products is drawing criticism from many Nigerians worried about rising living costs.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- 50 years after the Soweto uprising, South Africans still demand change
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- 1:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As South Africa marks 50 years since the Soweto uprising, protesters have taken to the streets calling for better governance and improved living standards for all. #DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Nigerian court orders the deregistration of five parties
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A court in Nigeria has ordered the deregistration of five political parties, including the ADC party of presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Has the Day of the African Child become a ritual or a reminder to improve children's rights?
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- 26:08
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Every June 16, African leaders recommit to protecting children’s rights, invoking the legacy of the 1976 Soweto uprising. But beyond the speeches and ceremonies, the reality for many children is different. From struggling education systems to widening inequality, the question is becoming harder to ignore: is Africa doing enough for its youngest citizens — or are they being failed by the very systems meant to protect them? This episode pushes beyond commemoration to confrontation, asking what real accountability looks like — and what must change to avoid another generation growing up without the opportunities they were promised.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#African child
00:00 Intro
01:31 Why Africa Marks the Day of the African Child
02:21 Has Africa Kept Its Promise to Children?
03:00 How South Africa Marks Youth Day
04:18 Have the Dreams of Soweto Been Realized?
05:44 "Africa's Youth Have Been Failed"
06:02 Are Children's Rights Being Prio...
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- Are Africa’s children moving forward or being held back?
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- June 16 is meant to be a powerful reminder: Africa must protect, educate, and empower its children. But more than 35 years after the African Union formalized this day, millions of young people still face underfunded schools, inequality, and limited prospects. So what’s going wrong — and who’s accountable? In this episode of the AfricaLink Podcast, host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with Tebogo Mashilompane, President of FOSA, and DW’s Thuso Khumalo in Johannesburg. Together, they take a hard look at whether Africa is truly honoring its commitments — or falling short of its own promises.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#DWAfricaLinkpodcast
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- 50 years on: South Africa reflects on the Soweto uprising
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- 2:14
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South Africa marks 50 years since the Soweto uprising, which changed the country’s history. But many are now asking if the dreams of those young South Africans who sacrificed themselves have been realized? #DWAfricaSocialMedia#South Africa#soweto
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- Africa celebrates Cape Verde’s World Cup performance
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- 0:35
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Fans across African ae celebrating Cape Verde’s historic performance at the World Cup.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Series NLF: Young Nigerians turn to cartoons for change
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- From viral satire to party politics, Nigerians are finding new ways to make their voices heard — and shape their democracy's destiny.#DWAfrica
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- South Africa pays the price of xenophobia
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- It’s not just migrants feeling the impact — South African artists and the country’s image are now taking a hit. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Ebola response improves in DRC's Ituri province
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Eight Ebola treatment centers now operate in Ituri Province, the epicenter of the outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. At the Rwampara center, one of the disease hotspots, DW observed improvements in care. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #ebola
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- Nigeria cracks down on criminal networks tied to undocumented migrants
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- 1:39
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nigeria has arrested 46 suspected undocumented migrants from across West Africa, with authorities linking them to suspicious activities. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Kenya school dormitory fires: Is there a solution?
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- 25:55
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Several Kenyan students are accused of setting on fire a school dormitory that killed 16 girls. How can Kenyan schools keep children safe when dorms, exits, and supervision fail? And what prompted the arson? Eddy Micah Jr. speaks to Brenda Nyawara, Vice President of the Architectural Association of Kenya and DW's Lucy Riley in Nairobi. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen #dwafricalinkpodcast #kenya #fire
00:00 Intro: Kenya's deadly school dormitory fire
00:48 Details of May 28 dormitory fire and investigation
03:34 National reaction and school closures
05:10 Historical context of school fires in Kenya
07:33 Expert analysis on dormitory safety and design flaws
14:06 Accountability and scrutiny of school emergency systems
17:37 Legal actions and community responses
20:54 Recommendations for safety drills and building features
23:03 Voices on mental health and se...
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- South Africa says it repatriated 2,745 foreigners in one week
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South Africa says it has repatriated more than 2,700 foreign nationals in just one week. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s government has intensified its crackdown on illegal immigration, following recent anti-immigrant unrest in parts of the country. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Ivorians celebrate World Cup dream win
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Côte d’Ivoire’s dramatic win over Ecuador has sparked celebrations ahead of a crucial World Cup showdown with Germany on June 20. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #worldcup #football
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- Are Kenya dormitories becoming death traps?
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Sixteen girls died in a boarding school fire in Kenya, and now detectives say some students may have helped set it. But beyond the shock, the bigger question is how schools keep children safe when dorms, exits, and supervision fail? In tonight's episode, AfricaLink host Eddy Micah Jr. speaks to Brenda Nyawara, Vice President of the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) Arch and DW's Lucy Riley. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen #dwafricalinkpodcast
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- Series NLF: Tanzania's youth turn to digital activism as streets close off
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- 3:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As civic spaces shrink in Tanzania, young activists are moving political conversations to social media. Artist Wakazi leads a growing digital movement demanding democracy. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Somalia's Artan to receive full FIFA fee
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who was denied entry to the United States and missed the 2026 World Cup, will still receive his full FIFA tournament fee, according to media reports. Artan, Africa’s Referee of the Year in 2025, had been set to become the first Somali to officiate at football’s global showpiece before being turned back by US Customs and Border Protection. He has since been appointed to referee the UEFA Super Cup in August.
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- Nigerians welcome returnees from S.Africa
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Hundreds of Nigerians have returned home from South Africa as xenophobic tensions continue to unsettle migrant communities. Many of those arriving back in Nigeria say they are relieved to be home after experiencing fear and uncertainty abroad. So how are people in Nigeria reacting? We took that question to the streets of Abuja, where many welcomed the returnees and expressed sympathy for what they had gone through. Some said safety and peace of mind matter more than opportunities overseas, while others described the situation as a reminder of how quickly life can change for migrants living far from home. As more Nigerians prepare to return, the focus is increasingly shifting to how they will rebuild their lives and livelihoods back home.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Morocco holds Brazil in World Cup opener
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Morocco opened their World Cup campaign with an impressive 1-1 draw against five-time champions Brazil, earning a valuable point in Group C. The Atlas Lions took the lead through Ismael Saibari before Vinicius Jr equalized for Brazil, keeping Morocco's hopes of reaching the knockout stage firmly alive.
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- Nigeria: People with Albinism seek equal opportunities
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- 3:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- It’s not just about being seen. People living with albinism in Nigeria are calling for real opportunities — in jobs, education, and business — and pushing for true inclusion. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Why are we not freaking out more about El Nino?
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- 5:16
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Scientists say they expect extreme weather to affect significant parts of Africa due to the El Nino phenomenon. So, with deaths and hardship predicted and expected, why are governments not more proactive?#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Is 2026 Africa's Best Chance to Win the World Cup?
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Africa has sent a record 10 teams to the 2026 World Cup, and suddenly a question that once sounded impossible is being asked seriously: could an African nation finally win football's biggest prize? Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, South Africa, Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Cape Verde, DR Congo and Côte d'Ivoire are carrying the continent's hopes to the tournament. And Africa has reasons to believe. Morocco shocked the world by reaching the semifinals in 2022, while countries like Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Egypt, and Ghana have repeatedly shown they can compete with football's traditional powers. But can one of them go all the way? Many fans believe 2026 could be Africa's best chance yet to make World Cup history.
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- Nigeria’s Police problem continues | xenophobia drives foreigners out of South Africa
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- How can Nigeria fix its policing problem? Contrary to the promises of reform in law enforcement, survivors of police violence tell DW News Africa the injustices have not ceased. And, batches of foreigners leave South Africa as xenophobia ramps up. DW News Africa discusses what's behind the ongoing rhetoric.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- South African police seize 150 live scorpions at airport
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South African police have arrested a 28-year-old man after allegedly discovering 150 live venomous scorpions hidden in his luggage at Cape Town International Airport. Authorities say the suspect was apprehended following an intelligence-led operation involving the Kuilsriver Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit and Cape Nature. The scorpions were found concealed among his clothing and were confiscated before being moved to a safe location. The suspect is expected to appear before the Bellville Magistrates' Court on June 15
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- US deportees arrive in Central African Republic
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Migrants deported from the US have arrived in the Central African Republic, highlighting growing controversy over third-country deportation agreements.#DWAfrica
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- Somaliland opens new Taiwan office
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Somaliland has opened a new representative office in Taiwan, saying it has the right to choose its own international partnerships despite opposition from Somalia and China. The move is likely to further strain relations with Mogadishu, which considers Somaliland part of Somalia and rejects its independent diplomatic engagements.
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- Katumbi lauds U.S.–Congo mineral deal
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Opposition leader Moise Katumbi has welcomed the mineral deal between Congo and the United States but warns that it could unravel if President Tshisekedi proceeds with planned constitutional changes.
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- Kenya honours Utumishi fire victims
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Kenya has held a requiem mass for the 16 girls who lost their lives in the Utumishi Academy dormitory fire.
On Friday, hundreds of mourners — alongside government officials and religious leaders — gathered in Gilgil to pay their respects. The emotional service comes as the country prepares to release the victims’ bodies to their families for burial, with many still grappling with one of the deadliest school tragedies Kenya has seen in recent years.
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- Katumbi lauds U.S.–Congo mineral deal
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Opposition leader Moise Katumbi has welcomed the mineral deal between Congo and the United States but warns that it could unravel if President Tshisekedi proceeds with planned constitutional changes. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Can Goodluck Jonathan rescue Nigeria? PDP's 2027 gamble under scrutiny
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- 29:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Goodluck Jonathan is back — or is he? As the PDP claims the former president has accepted its 2027 ticket, Nigerians are asking the harder questions: Can a man haunted by Chibok solve today's kidnapping crisis? Or is this just a desperate party reaching into the past? Under The Baobab unpacks Nigeria's next political earthquake.
Topics Discussed:
00:00 – Goodluck Jonathan 2027 Bombshell
01:27 – Has Jonathan Really Accepted?
02:30 – Rescue Mission or PDP Desperation?
03:06 – Baobab Banter: From Football Hope to Political Hope
05:37 – Why Nigeria Is Looking Backward Again
06:49 – The PDP Faction Behind Jonathan’s “Return”
08:46 – Which PDP Is Speaking for Nigeria?
09:25 – “Jonathan Is Our Candidate”: PDP Insider Speaks
10:25 – Is PDP Too Weak Without Jonathan?
11:55 – What Would Jonathan Do Differently?
13:19 – Rapid Fire: Jonathan vs Tinubu on Security
14:30 – Is Nige...
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- Malawians who fled xenophobic mobs in SA recount their losses
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Malawians who fled South Africa in the face of xenophobic violence are recounting their losses. Some are asking for government support to rebuild their lives, while the government turns to the private sector for help to bring more Malawians home. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Goodluck Jonathan and the PDP's 2027 gamble
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Goodluck Jonathan's legacy is as contested as Nigeria itself. Now, with kidnappings spreading, the naira collapsing, and Nigerians under attack abroad, the PDP wants to bring him back. But can a former president haunted by Chibok solve today's kidnapping crisis? #dwafricasocialmedia #underthebaobab
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- Kenya rolls out record budget—but can it afford it?
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- 3:28
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Kenya has announced a massive $33 billion budget focused on education and social support. But with rising debt and a growing deficit, many are asking: how will it all be funded? #dwafricasocialmedia
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- South Africa's World Cup dream remains alive
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- 1:20
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South Africa lost 2-0 to Mexico but still has a chance to progress with key Group A matches against Czechia and South Korea ahead. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Tinubu's Democracy Day message warns bandits and kidnappers
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- President Bola Tinubu used Nigeria’s Democracy Day to warn bandits, kidnappers and terror groups to surrender or face tougher action. #dwafricasocialmedia
