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Another deadly winter initiation season in South Africa
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- Another deadly winter initiation season in South Africa
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South Africa's annual winter initiation season has claimed 43 lives. According to the government, the deaths of the boys and young men stem from violent abuse and botched circumcisions. It has vowed tougher action to stop the recurring tragedy.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#South Africa
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- Uganda's democracy under pressure: What's driving the crackdown?
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Uganda is facing mounting criticism over shrinking democratic principles following the shutdown of a major independent media house, arrests of opposition figures, and growing concerns over civil liberties.
At the centre of the debate is General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces and son of President Yoweri Museveni, whose public statements and actions have intensified questions about the country's political direction. In this episode of our AfricaLink podcast, host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with policy analyst Godber Tumushabe and DW correspondent Frank Yiga about what's driving these developments and what they could mean for Uganda's future.
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- Nigeria calls on African Union to address South Africa violence
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nigeria's vice president is urging the African Union to take up the recent anti-migrant attacks in South Africa, saying such violence has no place on the continent.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Mali separatists deny executing captured soldiers
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A separatist group has denied taking part in the reported execution of captured Malian soldiers, blaming its jihadist ally following one of the deadliest attacks on Mali's army in years.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- DR Congo Ebola Outbreak: Nurse Loses 5 Colleagues but Keeps Working
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- 2:00
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- At the heart of eastern DR Congo's latest Ebola outbreak, nurse Grace Kakure watched five coworkers die after contracting the virus at work. Despite fear, grief, and months without pay, she continues caring for patients.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- How the US-Iran conflict Is driving up costs in Africa
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The renewed conflict between the United States and Iran is already driving up fuel, food and transport costs across Africa, with the poorest households carrying the heaviest burden.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Cape Town's new planned data centers face water concerns
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Cape Town has approved plans for two massive data centers, but critics are questioning whether a water-scarce city can support them. The projects for the city at the tip of Africa must still pass further development and building plan processes before construction can begin.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- How did a fake government agency operate in Nigeria?
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- 23:51
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A purported government agency. An alleged fake appointment. A scandal now at the center of a growing corruption investigation. President Bola Tinubu has ordered an investigation into the fake government agency PFIPC to find out who enabled it to operate. Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena is joined by former banker and management consultant Dale Emmanuel Bagaiya and DW correspondent Ben Shemang in Abuja.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Faye takes charge of a fractured ECOWAS. What's next?
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is one of the youngest leaders to chair the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Analysts are warning that he takes over a fractured bloc with a volatile security situation. What will be his biggest test?
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- Fuel price uncertainty grows after Dangote's dollar move
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Dangote Refinery's move to price fuel sales in dollars has created uncertainty among marketers and raised concerns about possible increases in petrol prices.#dwafrica
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- How a fake presidential council ended up with a budget of almost $1M in Nigeria
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nigeria has launched an investigation into the alleged operation of a fake government agency that reportedly held diplomatic meetings, secured budget allocations and recruited staff despite having no legal mandate or presidential approval. The scandal has raised serious questions about government oversight, accountability and how forged documents allegedly went undetected within public institutions. In this episode of AfricaLink podcast, host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with political analyst Dale Emmanuel Bagaiya and DW's Ben Shemang in Abuja.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Deadly Ambush Near Mali Border Kills 16 Niger Soldiers
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- An attack near the Mali-Burkina Faso border has left sixteen Nigerien soldiers killed and 23 wounded. It highlights the worsening security crisis in the Sahel.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Twins confront myths at Zimbabwe conference
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Do twins really think alike? Do they have to dress the same? And are the myths surrounding multiple births actually true? Those questions took center stage at a SADC conference in Harare, Zimbabwe, where twins and people from multiple births across Southern Africa came together to challenge stereotypes that still persist in some African communities. Attendees said being a twin means sharing a unique bond, but also living with constant comparisons and misconceptions about their identities. Experts also highlighted the financial and emotional realities of raising multiples, saying open conversations about identity, relationships and individuality can help families better support twins while celebrating what makes each person unique.
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- Tanzania and Egypt expand key ties
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Tanzania and Egypt are strengthening their partnership with new plans to boost trade, infrastructure and investment across key sectors, including transport, agriculture, energy and healthcare.
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- Mali rebels ambush army, scores killed or captured
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Islamic militants and separatist rebels ambushed a Malian army convoy in the northern Gao region on Saturday, killing and capturing scores of soldiers, according to the armed groups. Mali’s military confirmed the attack and said its forces and partners were targeted in a remote area before launching counterattacks and precision strikes against rebel positions. Both the al-Qaida-linked JNIM and the separatist Azawad Liberation Front claimed responsibility, saying the convoy included Malian troops and members of Russia’s Africa Corps. The army said the strikes allowed the convoy to escape the ambush and continue its journey, but it did not disclose casualty figures.
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- Does Nigeria's fake agency scandal point to a bigger trust issue?
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- 4:09
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A fake government agency allegedly operated for months using forged documents and false authority. The government says it was simply fraud. Critics argue such an operation shows how deep frauds and corruption are rooted in Nigerian governance. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Can FIFA do more for African football?
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- 2:59
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Africa sent a record 10 teams to the FIFA World Cup, while the tournament generated billions of dollars in revenue. But beyond prize money, many are asking what lasting benefits remain for African football. Critics argue that grassroots development, youth academies, coaching, and domestic leagues still lack the investment needed to consistently compete with the world's best. As FIFA's revenues continue to grow, the debate is shifting from how many African teams qualify to whether enough is being reinvested to turn the continent's football talent into sustained success on the global stage.
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- Families in Kenya seek answers over enforced disappearances
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- 26:05
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Families in Kenya are still seeking answers as enforced disappearances continue two years after the Gen Z protests, despite promises to end abductions. Meanwhile, Nigeria is investing in homegrown drone technology, with engineers in Abuja developing surveillance and attack drones to strengthen security. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Macky Sall intensifies UN bid, calls for African unity
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Former Senegalese President Macky Sall is ramping up his campaign to become the next United Nations Secretary-General, meeting regional leaders to rally support. In Banjul, he urged Gambian President Adama Barrow to back his bid, stressing Africa's role in advancing peace, human rights, and sustainable development. The visit followed high-profile talks in Dakar with Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, underscoring Sall's broader diplomatic effort to secure African and global support ahead of the UN selection process.
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- Zimbabwe has rejected calls to expel an estimated 25,000 South Africans
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Zimbabwe says it will not retaliate against South Africans despite calls for reciprocal expulsions during a parliamentary debate on migration.
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- Can Africa unlock its football potential?
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- African talent is undeniable. So why does the continent still struggle to break through on football's biggest stage?
When grassroots pipelines stall and development gaps persist, where does the buck stop? Is it African federations, or should FIFA's High Performance Division be held accountable for delivering results? We put the hard questions on the table.
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- Uganda school bus death toll rises to 24
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Ugandan police say the death toll from the King David Junior School bus crash has risen to 24 after three more school children died from their injuries.
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- Ghana split over TikToker's jail term
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The jailing of Ghanaian TikToker Camilla Alhassan has sparked a heated debate, with netizens sharply divided over whether insulting a president should be protected as free speech or punished under the law. The case has reignited a broader conversation about where freedom of expression ends and respect for public office begins. Where do you draw the line? Should insulting a president be protected speech, or should it have legal consequences? #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Mahama rules out third-term bid
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Ghanaian President John Mahama has reiterated that he has no plans to seek a third term in office, despite growing calls from some supporters for him to remain in power beyond 2029. His comments come as Ghana's Supreme Court is set to consider a case seeking clarification on whether he would be eligible to run again. Mahama previously served as president from 2013 to 2017 and is currently serving what he says will be his second and final term. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Ghana rolls out African numerals for learning in schools
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- 4:38
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Africa could soon have its own numeral system taught in schools. A pilot programme in Ghana is introducing African Numerals, an innovation designed to make mathematics and STEM learning easier and more intuitive for students. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- How Nigerians are reacting to US decision to withhold aid over insecurity
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- President Bola Tinubu’s government is yet to respond to the decision by the US House of Representatives to withhold 100 percent of aid to Nigeria over insecurity. The US House is pressuring Africa’s largest nation to take decisive action to address insecurity and claims of attacks against Christians. Meanwhile, mixed reactions have greeted this decision. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- World Cup 2026: How can African Nations' teams fix performance gaps?
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- 30:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The 2026 World Cup is officially in the books, leaving behind a fascinating puzzle for African football. Ten African teams arrived; nine made history by storming into the knockouts. But it was only pushed to the quarter-finals. As we analyze the performance gaps holding the continent back, we demand accountability: How will Africa truly benefit from the billions generated by this historic tournament?"
Topics Discussed:
00:00 Why Do African Teams Keep Collapsing Late?
04:12 Was “Xenophobia” the Right Word?
07:22 What Really Went Wrong at World Cup 2026?
08:16 Can FIFA Build Africa’s Next Champions?
10:21 Did Cape Verde Show Africa the Way?
11:52 Why Do African Teams Lose Winning Positions?
12:50 Did FIFA Expand the World Cup for Politics?
14:25 Where Does FIFA’s World Cup Money Go?
15:58 Who Tracks FIFA’s Development Funds in Africa?
18:30 Is FIFA Too Powerful to Hold Accountable?
20:21 Is Politic...
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- US Ebola workers quarantined in Kenya
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Seven American Ebola aid workers are quarantining in Kenya after new US travel restrictions disrupted their journey home, the head of their charity told Reuters. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricaaivoices
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- Malawi MPs seek temporary SA travel ban
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A Malawian parliamentary committee wants temporary travel restrictions to South Africa as repatriation costs rise and thousands flee out of fear of anti-migrant violence. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Uganda school bus crash kills 20 school children
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- At least 20 schoolchildren and their school's founder have been killed after a bus returning from a study trip crashed in eastern Uganda. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Mandela Day: Has South Africa failed his vision?
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- 24:48
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- On Mandela Day, South Africa's record is under scrutiny. Xenophobic attacks, migrant repatriations, high unemployment and deep inequality raise a difficult question: what would Mandela say today? Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks to media and development practitioner Sebenzile Nkambule and DW's Thuso Khumalo. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
00:00 - Introduction: Mandela Day and a Nation Under Pressure
01:22 - Mandela's Legacy in 2026
02:25 - If Mandela Were Alive Today
06:20 - Migration, Ubuntu, and the Rainbow Nation
09:35 - Governance, Documentation, and Public Frustration
11:45 - Are Anti-Migrant Protesters Defending Mandela's Legacy?
14:00 - Government Response and Mandela Day Messaging
16:15 - Fighting Poverty and Inequality: What Does It Mean Today?
18:10 - Active Citizenship vs. Vigilantism
21:45 - What Needs to Change?
23:20 - Closing Refle...
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- Uganda: HRW warns of escalating crackdown on critics and independent media
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- 2:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Human Rights Watch is raising alarm over a surge in arbitrary arrests in Uganda, accusing President Yoweri Museveni’s government of using the military and the law to silence critics, opposition figures, and the media. Has the crackdown intensified in recent weeks? DW Africa breaks it down for you. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Is SA betraying Mandela's legacy?
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As South Africa prepares to mark Nelson Mandela International Day on 18 July, the Rainbow Nation he fought so hard to build faces a painful reckoning. Thousands of Africans have fled the country amid anti-migrant violence — a reality that stands in stark contrast to Mandela's dream of a unified continent rooted in Ubuntu and shared humanity. So how far has South Africa really come since Apartheid, and what would Mandela say if he stood before his country today? In tonight's episode of AfricaLink, host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks to Sebenzile Nkambule, Media and Development Practitioner, and DW's Thuso Khumalo. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- South African Police arrest 105 illegal miners
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South African police say 91 undocumented immigrants were among 105 suspects arrested during a weeklong operation targeting illegal mining in Mpumalanga. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Here’s what this World Cup says about African football
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nine African nations reached the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, outperforming Europe and South America in progression rates. Yet Africa's dream of producing a semi-finalist ended in heartbreak. The question is not whether Africa belongs here, but how it turns this progress into a title. #africaexplained #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #worldcup #worldcup2026
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- Ebola workers protest over unpaid wages
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Health workers say unpaid wages are disrupting the Ebola response as DR Congo's outbreak surpasses 2,000 confirmed cases. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricaaivoices
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- Should Davido, Burna Boy and Asake Do More for Nigerians?
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nigeria's First Lady urged Burna Boy, Davido and Asake to do more for poor communities. But our viewers turned the debate in a different direction, asking whether that responsibility belongs to celebrities or the government.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Uganda Trains Returnees from South Africa for a Fresh Start
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- 3:00
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- More than 1,000 Ugandans who fled xenophobic tensions in South Africa are getting a fresh start back home. The government is offering skills training and economic support, but after losing businesses, careers and livelihoods, many are wondering: will these promises lead to real opportunities?#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Uganda#South Africa#migration
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- Zimbabwe: Nearly 100,000 Return from South Africa Amid Anti-Immigrant Tensions
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Zimbabwe says 99,418 citizens have returned from South Africa since May 28 amid heightened anti-immigrant tensions. Information Minister Zhemu Soda said more than 70% of the returnees were women and children, adding that the government has expanded repatriation, border processing and reintegration support for those arriving home.
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- Why thousands of Nigerians are choosing India for medical treatment
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Affordable treatment, advanced technology, and specialized care are drawing Nigerian patients to Indian hospitals. Experts explain the benefits—and the risks.
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- Why Rwanda is struggling to curb HIV among MSM
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A new Rwanda Biomedical Centre study warns that stigma and discrimination are undermining HIV prevention and treatment efforts among men who have sex with men (MSM), posing broader challenges to the country's HIV response.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Thousands of Malawians have returned from South Africa. Can Malawi help them rebuild their lives?
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Thousands of Malawians have returned from South Africa amid growing anti-foreigner sentiments, many arriving with no savings, few possessions and uncertain futures.
Their return comes at a time when Malawi is already facing significant economic pressures, raising concerns about jobs, reintegration and long-term support for returnees. This episode of AfricaLink podcast explores what life looks like after returning home, the challenges facing both migrants and the government, and what successful reintegration could mean for Malawi's future.#DWAfricaLinkPodcast#DWAfricaWomen# #malawi
00:00 Why thousands of Malawians are returning
01:13 The scale of the return
02:06 What sparked the exodus from South Africa?
03:28 Human rights concerns
05:02 Government response under scrutiny
06:59 Who has returned?
08:33 Reintegration plans explained
10:08 The biggest challenges ahead
13:43 Can Malawi rebuild lives?
16:07 Eco...
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- Nigeria may seek compensation for South Africa returnees
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nigeria says it will seek compensation for citizens who lost businesses, homes and property while fleeing a campaign by some South African groups to kick out undocumented migrants. Pretoria has firmly rejected the demand. The dispute marks a sharp new diplomatic escalation between two of Africa's biggest economies.
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- Malawians escape South Africa through Zimbabwe
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Hundreds of Malawian migrants are leaving South Africa from the border town of Musina after anti-immigrant threats and rising xenophobic tensions prompted them to seek repatriation. Many are boarding buses through Zimbabwe before continuing home to Malawi, saying they feared for their lives after being threatened with violence and told to leave the country.#DWAfrica
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- Thousands have returned home from South Africa. Can Malawi help them start over?
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Thousands of Malawians have returned home from South Africa amid rising anti-foreigner sentiments. Many arrived with few belongings, no savings and no clear plan for the future. As Malawi grapples with economic challenges, questions are growing over how returning migrants will rebuild their lives and whether the country can support their reintegration. In this episode of AfricaLink podcast, host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with human rights activist Michael Kaiyatsa and DW's Chimwemwe Padatha about the challenges facing returnees and what lies ahead.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Ebola nears South Sudan as DR Congo outbreak grows
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- DR Congo's Ebola outbreak has reached 1,926 cases and 702 deaths, with concern growing after the virus spread to Haut-Uele, which borders South Sudan and the Central African Republic.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Uganda court orders state lawyers for Kizza Besigye
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Uganda's High Court has ordered state-appointed lawyers for opposition leader Kizza Besigye after he refused to proceed without the legal team of his choice.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Ebola fears grow as outbreak threatens DR Congo displacement camp
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As Ebola cases raise alarm in eastern DR Congo, more than 20,000 displaced people in Kigonze camp are struggling with severe shortages of clean water, sanitation and hygiene supplies.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Can Africa cut textile waste without losing jobs?
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Second-hand clothing has become a cornerstone of Africa's informal economy, providing affordable fashion and supporting millions of jobs. Markets like Gikomba in Kenya and Kantamanto in Ghana are economic lifelines for traders and consumers alike. Yet a growing share of imported clothing is too damaged to be reused, leaving African countries to deal with mounting textile waste. As the Basel Convention weighs tighter controls on used clothing exports, governments face a difficult question: how can they protect the environment without harming the livelihoods that depend on the trade?#DWAfricaSocialMedia#DWAfricaLinkPodcast
00:00 Africa's secondhand clothing dilemma
01:08 The scale of the used clothing trade
01:46 The Basel Convention explained
02:22 Is Africa importing waste or opportunity?
06:05 Ghana's textile waste challenge
09:46 Can stricter global rules help?
14:49 Who should be responsible?
17:58 The environmental cost<...
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- Commonwealth urges Tanzania to free opposition leader Lissu
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The Commonwealth has urged Tanzania to find a political and legal solution to the detention of opposition leader Tundu Lissu, following recommendations by former Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera, who was appointed as the bloc's special envoy. Chakwera was tasked with helping ease political tensions after Tanzania's disputed 2025 general election, while Lissu remains in custody on treason charges linked to his calls for electoral and constitutional reforms.
