DW Africa
Sudan’s RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo on death row
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- Sudan’s RSF leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo on death row
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Sudan's army-controlled court has handed down death sentences against RSF paramilitary leader Hemedti and 15 others for the killing of thousands of civilians in West Darfur — the first major legal action since the war began in April 2023.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#DWAfricawomen#Sudan#War#RSF
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- Is Africa becoming the world's textile waste dump?
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- From mitumba in Kenya to okrika in Nigeria and obroni wawu in Ghana, second-hand clothing supports millions of livelihoods across Africa. But growing concerns over textile waste have sparked a global debate about whether the trade benefits the continent—or turns it into a dumping ground. As negotiators at the Basel Convention consider new rules for used textiles, Africa faces a difficult balancing act between protecting jobs and protecting the environment.
In this episode of AfricaLink podcast, host Lucy Riley speaks with Teresiah Wairimu Njenga of the Mitumba Consortium Association of Kenya and DW's Adwoa Tenkorama Domena to examine what's at stake.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- How Zambia's Cancer Survivors Are Giving Others Hope
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- 3:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- When Karen Nakawala was diagnosed with cervical cancer, she faced her battle alone — with no survivors to guide her through the fear, confusion, and uncertainty. Six years later, she's making sure no Zambian woman walks that path in silence.#DWAfrica
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- Malawians top South Africa's repatriation list
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- South Africa's Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi says Malawians account for about 80% of migrants currently being processed for deportation or voluntary repatriation within the Southern African Development Community (SADC). She added that 2,615 migrants from countries beyond the SADC region are also being processed, including 1,159 Nigerians, 939 Ugandans, 431 Kenyans, and 86 citizens of the Republic of Congo.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Nigeria says it killed 20 ISWAP fighters in Borno
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nigeria's military says it killed around 20 ISWAP militants after thwarting an attack in Borno state. The latest incident highlights the ongoing security challenge in Nigeria's northeast.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Who Benefits When Africans Are Divided?
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Mametlwe Sebei explains why division helps politicians—but hurts ordinary Africans.#DWAfricaSocialMedia #DWTheBaobab #DWAfrica #UnderTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia #SouthAfrica #AfricanUnity #Politics #Migration
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- South African woman arrested at Nigerian airport
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nigeria's anti-drug agency says a 38-year-old South African woman was arrested at Abuja's Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport after officers allegedly found 5.75 kilograms of drugs concealed in her luggage. She was travelling with her three-year-old son when she was intercepted.
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- First lady urges celebrities to help poor
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Nigeria’s First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has urged music stars Burna Boy, Asake and Davido to use more of their wealth to support poor communities. She praised their luxury lifestyles but called on them to emulate Akon by establishing charitable foundations, saying the government cannot carry the country’s social burden alone.
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- Ramaphosa, Macron discuss DR Congo
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and French President Emmanuel Macron have discussed the conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Middle East during talks in Paris, with French officials saying the two leaders found "broad convergence of views" on both crises. The meeting took place during Ramaphosa's three-day visit to France ahead of a World War I remembrance ceremony.
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- SA footballer dies after World Cup exit
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- South African footballer Jayden Adams has died at the age of 25, the country's Sports Ministry announced on Saturday. No cause of death was disclosed. Adams represented Bafana Bafana at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring in all three group-stage matches and helping South Africa reach the knockout rounds for the first time before their defeat to Canada.
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- Door to door S Africa's new xenophobia
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Anti-migrant protesters in Johannesburg are now going door to door looking for foreign nationals, sparking fresh debate over who should be enforcing South Africa's immigration laws.
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- The statistic that changes the migration debate
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A World Bank study found that every employed migrant creates roughly two additional jobs. So, why do so many people still believe migrants are taking jobs?
#DWAfricaSocialMedia #DWTheBaobab #DWAfrica #UnderTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia #Migration #SouthAfrica #Economy #DWAfrica
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- Belgium's ' hidden' data that unlocks DRC's mineral wealth
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- 4:24
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The DRC holds vast reserves of critical minerals, but key geological records remain in Belgium. As digitization moves forward, the battle is shifting from access to a bigger question: who should control the knowledge?
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- Congo Ebola cases surpass 1,800
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak surpassed 1,800 confirmed cases and 600 deaths on Saturday, according to the latest Health Ministry update. Authorities said late Friday that the outbreak had spread to a fourth province, Haut-Uele in northeastern Congo, after seven fatal cases were confirmed.
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- South Africa arrests UK murder suspect
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- South African police have arrested a British fugitive wanted over the alleged murders of his wife and two young daughters in England. Police said Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, a British citizen of Zimbabwean origin, was tracked down in Johannesburg through a joint operation involving Interpol and South African law enforcement, with extradition proceedings to the U.K. now underway.
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- DW News Africa with Christine Mhundwa
- Runtime
- 26:05
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Nigeria banned the sale of alcohol in sachets to prevent underage drinking. DW examines why the micro-packaged spirits are still circulating openly six months later. FIFA World Cup debutants Cape Verde return home to a heroes' welcome after a brave outing at the tournament. And: Still on the islands, we hear from their LGBTQ community. #dwafrica
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- Kidnapped Nigerian pupils freed after nearly two months
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- 0:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Pupils kidnapped during an attack on two schools in Nigeria's Oyo State, along with one teacher, have regained their freedom nearly two months after the abduction.#dwafricasocialmedia #Nigeria#Tinubu
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- Africa's World Cup victory dream ends with Morocco's exit
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- 2:51
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Morocco’s World Cup dream has come to a crushing end in the quarterfinals, halting what many hoped would be a historic run for the continent. DW assesses African teams performance at the tournament.#Worldcup#FIFA#Africa#Morocco
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- Are legal migrants safe in South Africa?
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- 30:01
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Many African migrants in South Africa with work permits, jobs and families, still fear for their safety. Can trade unions help tackle xenophobia, challenge the myths and address the real causes of unemployment?
Topics Discussed:
00:00 Why Migrants Are Blamed for South Africa’s Job Crisis
02:18 Summer Jam Shout-Outs from Chris Martin and Ky-Mani Marley
04:28 Are Legal Migrants Still Safe in South Africa?
05:34 The Real Causes of South Africa’s Unemployment Crisis
07:18 Politicians, Elections and the Scapegoating of Migrants
09:52 Can Trade Unions Help Fight Xenophobia?
11:30 Rapid Fire: Protests, Amarula and a Revolutionary Marxist
13:17 What the Migrant Population Statistics Actually Show
15:16 Do Migrants Create Jobs for South Africans?
15:56 How Undocumented Workers Are Exploited
18:43 What Ordinary South Africans Say About Xenophobia
21:12 Protecting Migrants and Finding a Lasting Regional Solut...
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- Is FIFA doing enough to fight racism in football?
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Racist comments aimed at French footballer Kylian Mbappé have sparked fresh questions about FIFA's commitment to tackling racism in the sport. Is football's governing body doing enough to protect players?#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Deadly floods: Ghana begins nationwide clean-up
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- 2:50
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana has begun a major clean-up after floods killed at least 12 people, as authorities work to reduce the risk of future flooding.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Drought and hunger claim 16 lives in Uganda
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Uganda says 16 people have died from drought-induced food shortages in Karamoja as authorities step up emergency food relief.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- South Africa's jobs crisis: Are migrants being blamed unfairly?
- Runtime
- 1:04
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- It doesn't take rocket science," says South African labor leader Mametlwe Sebei. If migrants aren't causing unemployment, who is? His answer may surprise you.#DWAfricaSocialMedia #DWTheBaobab #DWAfrica #UnderTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia #SouthAfrica #Migration #Xenophobia #Politics
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- Kenya’s Dangote-funded refinery to create 60,000 jobs
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- President William Ruto says a planned refinery in Lamu, backed by Aliko Dangote, will create 60,000 jobs and supply fuel to eight neighboring African countries.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Why are Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso leaving the ICC? Justice or sovereignty?
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- 24:08
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have begun the year-long process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court, arguing the court has become selective and politically motivated. The decision marks another significant step in the Alliance of Sahel States' effort to distance itself from Western institutions. Supporters view the withdrawal as a reclaiming of sovereignty. Critics warn it could reduce accountability for war crimes and crimes against humanity, leaving victims with fewer avenues for justice in a region already facing prolonged conflict.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Burkinafaso#Mali#Niger#ICC
00:00 Why the Sahel Is Leaving the ICC
00:47 The ICC Exit Explained
02:13 Why Now?
03:57 Sovereignty vs. Justice
05:22 Does the ICC Target Africa?
07:08 Russia's Role in the Sahel
08:37 African Views on the ICC
11:05 Is the ICC Losing Credibility?
14:15 Who Protects Victims?
16:21 The Geopolitics Behind the Exit
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- Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger are leaving the ICC. Why now — and what could it mean for Africa?
- Runtime
- 0:54
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have begun the year-long process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking another major shift in the region's political direction. The three military-led governments argue the ICC has become selective and politically motivated. Human rights groups, however, warn that leaving the court could weaken accountability for war crimes and crimes against humanity. In this episode of AfricaLink, host Lucy Riley speaks with Sahel analyst Bram Posthumus and DW's Isaac Kaledzi about why the three countries are leaving the ICC, what the decision means for justice and sovereignty, and whether African institutions can fill the accountability gap.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#AfricaLinkPodcast
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- Nigerians predict whitewash over $950k presidency scam
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Nigerians have limited hope as a 30-day countdown begins on the investigation into a fake presidential agency scandal. President Tinubu is demanding answers how the fake entity was allocated over 900,000 dollars.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Nigeria#Tinubu#Scam
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- Zanzibar rivals sign unity deal after political deadlock
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- 1:16
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- CCM and ACT-Wazalendo have signed a political reconciliation agreement in Zanzibar, clearing the way for the continuation of the Government of National Unity after months of political deadlock.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Should former colonies repay Britain?
- Runtime
- 1:19
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Many social media users were outraged by Suella Braverman's suggestion that Britain should be paid by former colonies.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- A record nine African teams reached the knockout stage. But why did the continent still fall short?
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- 25:05
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Africa delivered its strongest FIFA World Cup campaign yet, with a record nine teams progressing beyond the group stage, and several producing impressive performances against some of the tournament's biggest football nations. Yet once again, the continent fell short of reaching the final stages. This episode of AfricaLink examines what Africa's World Cup performance says about the evolution of African football, why knockout matches continue to be the biggest hurdle, and what must change for an African nation to finally lift the World Cup trophy.#DWAfricasocialMedia#DWAfricaLinkPodcast#Africa#worldcup
00:00 African World Cup dream ends in disappointment
00:50 Welcome to AfricaLink
01:06 Africa's historic group stage performance
01:59 Why did African teams fall short?
05:52 Tactics vs mentality: What went wrong?
10:17 Cape Verde's remarkable World Cup run
12:03 Progress or another missed opportunity?
14:14 Should African federations...
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- Made in the DRC: Goma shoes want to conquer Africa
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Since 2021, young Congolese shoemakers have been creating and promoting their brand, Tumiya Akili (TAK). They hope to establish it in the DRC and beyond.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Has xenophobia damaged S.Africa's image?
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa was denied a state visit to Ghana have sparked debate in South Africa. Pretoria disputes those reports, but the controversy has reignited questions about whether xenophobic violence is damaging the country's standing across Africa.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#DWAfricaLinkNews#South Africa#Ghana
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- Children Fleeing South Africa Face Uncertain Future, Activists Warn
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Some child rights activists in Malawi have raised concerns over the plight of children fleeing South Africa together with their families.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Africa made history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But why did the continent fall short again?
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Africa enjoyed its most successful FIFA World Cup group stage ever, with nine nations advancing to the knockout rounds for the first time. From Morocco and Egypt to Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire and Cape Verde, the continent captured global attention with memorable performances.
But as the tournament progressed, African teams exited one by one, raising fresh questions about what still separates them from football's biggest powers.In this episode of AfricaLink, host Lucy Riley is being joined by sports analysts Abigail Sena and Betty Yawson to examine Africa's World Cup campaign, exploring what went right, what went wrong, and how close the continent is to winning football's biggest prize.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#WorldCup
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- From Mugabe to Mnangagwa: Is Zimbabwe on a familiar path?
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- 25:17
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Zimbabwe's parliament has approved sweeping constitutional amendments extending presidential terms from five to seven years ,and replacing direct presidential elections with a parliamentary vote. The reforms have sparked fierce debate, with supporters arguing they will strengthen governance and political stability, while critics warn they may weaken constitutional safeguards adopted in 2013 to prevent a concentration of power. The changes have also revived memories of Robert Mugabe's 37-year rule and fueled concerns that Zimbabwe could be moving away from the democratic reforms many citizens voted for more than a decade ago.#DWAfricSocialMedia#DWAfricaLinkpodcast#Mnangagwa#Zimbabwe#constitutionalamendment
00:00 Zimbabwe's Constitutional Shake-Up
00:45 Why Parliament Changed the Rules
02:08 Can the Bill Still Be Stopped?
04:17 What's Changing for Zimbabweans?
06:46 Is This a Constitutional Coup?
10:01 Who Can Challenge Mnangagwa?
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- Ebola in the DRC: Survivor brings hope as outbreak grows
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- A rare moment of hope in eastern DR Congo: Beni, one of the towns hit by the virus, has recorded its first documented survivor. But as the epidemic continues to spread, health workers are battling fear, misinformation and a race against time.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#dwenbref#thisiseastafrica
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- Nigeria reacts as US troops withdraw after anti-IS operations
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Nigerians are reacting to the withdrawal of U troops who had been deployed in the country to support efforts against Islamist militant groups. The pullout follows recent military operations that resulted in the killing of senior Islamic State (IS) commander Abu-Bilala al-Minuki.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Saba Saba demonstrations: Kenya, Tanzania on edge as protesters defy crackdown
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Heavy security has locked down parts of Nairobi and Dar es Salaam, but activists are pressing ahead with protests demanding accountability, democratic reforms, and justice.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Kenya#Tanzania#Protests#Saba Saba
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- Are Zimbabwe's constitutional changes reviving one-man rule?
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Zimbabwe's parliament has approved controversial constitutional amendments extending presidential terms from five to seven years, and replacing direct presidential elections with a parliamentary vote. Critics say the changes undermine the 2013 Constitution, which was designed to curb executive power and strengthen democratic accountability.
In this episode of AfricaLink, host Lucy Riley speaks with DW's Privilege Musvanhiri and Chiedza Mlingwa, deputy spokesperson for the Constitution Defenders Forum, about the implications of the amendments, and whether they could prolong President Emmerson Mnangagwa's time in office, and what they mean for Zimbabwe's political future.#DWAfricaLinkPodcast#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Ghana Rejects Ramaphosa Visit Amid South Africa Xenophobia
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana has reportedly declined a state visit request from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa as anger grows over recent xenophobic violence in South Africa. Despite the decision, Ghana says diplomatic ties between the two countries remain strong.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Meet the Mozambican Turning Recycled Waste into Motorcycles
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- 1:38
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Alex Calage, a 29-year-old Mozambican, created the Moztech Rider, a motorcycle built from recycled materials that could transform urban mobility in Mozambique.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Xenophobia forces South African-born woman to leave SA
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Lorraine Ncube was born and raised in South Africa and has never been to Zimbabwe. Now, xenophobic attacks are forcing her to leave the only home she has ever known.#DWAfrica
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- Ghana has launched a new anti-corruption plan. Will it finally deliver real change?
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana has launched a new National Ethics and Anti-Corruption Action Plan for 2026 to 2030, renewing efforts to tackle one of the country's biggest governance challenges. While the strategy promises stronger accountability, previous anti-corruption initiatives have struggled because of weak enforcement and limited political will. This episode of AfricaLink explores whether Ghana's latest plan can deliver meaningful reform, examining why past efforts have fallen short, and what success could mean for public services, businesses and everyday citizens.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Malawi gears up for El Niño threat
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Malawi has launched a preparedness strategy as forecasters warn that a strengthening El Niño could bring food insecurity, water shortages and extreme weather.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Prayers replace Independence Day celebrations in Malawi
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- No military displays. No fireworks. No national celebrations. Malawi marked its 62nd Independence Day with prayers as leaders called for unity and reflection amid economic challenges.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Malawi#Imdependence
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- Cape Verde's World Cup heroes receive rapturous welcome
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Cape Verde's national team returned home to jubilant scenes in Praia after the country's greatest-ever World Cup run. The Blue Sharks' remarkable feat has earned them worldwide respect and admiration.#DWAfricaSocialMedia #worldcup2026
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- Will Ghana's new anti-corruption plan deliver lasting change?
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana has unveiled a new National Ethics and Anti-Corruption Action Plan for 2026 to 2030, promising stronger accountability and reforms. But after years of stalled efforts, can this strategy succeed where previous ones failed?
In this AfricaLink podcast, host Eddy Micah Jr. speaks about Ghana's latest anti-corruption drive with Mary Awelana Addah of Transparency International Ghana and DW's Eric Mawuena Egbeta. What's different this time, and what this could mean for citizens?#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- DRC startup turns steel into nails for local market
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- In the eastern DRC, young graduates from ISTA-Goma have launched a nail company, building local industry and creating jobs.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- DR Congo Battles Largest-Ever Bundibugyo Ebola Outbreak
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- The Democratic Republic of Congo has recorded 506 deaths and 1,561 confirmed Ebola cases as the largest Bundibugyo strain outbreak ever recorded continues to spread in the country's east.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Ebola#DRC
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- Nigeria says 2 citizens killed in South Africa
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Nigeria said Sunday that two of its citizens were killed in South Africa during anti-immigrant unrest that escalated ahead of a June 30 deadline set by some protest groups for foreigners to leave the country. Nigerian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa said one victim was allegedly killed by police officers while the other was attacked by unidentified assailants, raising fresh concerns about the safety of African migrants in South Africa.
