DW Africa
Somalia's Artan to receive full FIFA fee
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- Somalia's Artan to receive full FIFA fee
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 months ago
- Description
- 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
- 4 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
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- Cape Verde at the World Cup: Small country dreaming big
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Cape Verde's Blue Sharks will make their historic debut in the final stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on 15 June. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Niger criminalizes same-sex relationships
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Niger has introduced tough new laws criminalizing same-sex relationships and LGBTQ+ advocacy with lengthy prison sentences. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Goodluck Jonathan returns? PDP's 2027 bombshell faces tough questions
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- The PDP says Goodluck Jonathan has accepted, signed, and been screened as its 2027 presidential candidate. But the former president himself has not said a word. Is this a genuine political comeback — or a faction shouting louder than its own candidate? #dwafricasocialmedia #underthebaobab
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- FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview
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- 1:11:52
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off today with South Africa taking on Mexico in the opening match. Can African teams make a strong impact this time? DW’s Samson Omale speaks to correspondents and analysts.
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- Nigerians who fled xenophobia in S.Africa are home
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The first group of Nigerians to be evacuated from South Africa amid rising xenophobic tensions have landed in Lagos. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Africa at the FIFA World Cup 2026: What are the chances?
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- 25:24
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- As the World Cup kicks off on Thursday, African teams are ready to battle it out on the pitch. In part two of this AfricaLink podcast, we continue to ask the question: Is this the tournament where Africa goes all the way, and can the continent finally break the ultimate barrier and lift the trophy? Eddy Micah Jr. speaks to Abigail Sena, a sports analyst in Accra, and DW's Samson Omale in Lagos. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafricawomen
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- World Cup 2026 kicks off with South Africa vs Mexico
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- 3:27
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- It’s finally here! The 48 team World Cup begins in Mexico, with South Africa taking on the hosts. And this year, Africa shows up in record numbers. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Why CAF is silent on referee Omar Artan's US entry denial
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The US denied Africa's top referee, Omar Artan, entry to the country for the World Cup. Football fans are demanding answers, but the Confederation of African Football said nothing. Is its silence strategic or a sign of powerlessness? #dwafricasocialmedia #DWdeepdive #dwafrica
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- Series NLF: Our time is now: Zambia's youth running in elections
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- As Zambia races toward August 13 general elections, a new generation is challenging the status quo—and they're asking a tough question: Why does a nation of young people keep electing old voices? #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #dwafrica
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- ‘Tshisekedi must leave after his term’ - Katumbi
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Congolese opposition leader Moïse Katumbi has urged President Felix Tshisekedi to step down at the end of his mandate, warning against any attempt to extend his rule through constitutional changes and calling for respect for democratic norms. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Why Africans are turning against Bafana Bafana?
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- 1:43
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- As attacks on Africans living in South Africa spill out onto the global stage, many football fans across the continent are choosing to support the country's World Cup rivals. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Somali referee gets hero's welcome after US entry setback
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- 1:32
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Denied entry to the US, but welcomed like a champion at home — World Cup referee Omar Artan returns to massive support in Somalia. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- World Cup 2026: Could this be Africa's moment of glory?
- Runtime
- 26:01
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- African teams are heading to the World Cup with bigger dreams than ever. The stage is set, the stakes are high, and Africa’s finest are ready. Is this the tournament where Africa goes all the way, and can the continent finally break the ultimate barrier and lift the trophy? Eddy Micah Jr. speaks to Abigail Sena a sports analyst in Accra and DW's Samson Omale in Lagos. #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafricasocialmedia
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- 12 killed in South Africa mass shooting
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- A deadly night in a Johannesburg settlement has left 12 people dead after gunmen opened fire in multiple locations. Residents are in shock as police hunt for those behind the attack. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #Africalinknews
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- Nigeria starts repatriating citizens from South Africa
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- More than 1,000 Nigerians have signed up to leave South Africa, and now the first group is finally heading home. The repatriation comes as anti-immigrant tensions continue to rise in parts of South Africa, leaving many foreign nationals worried about their safety. Nigerian officials say they have received disturbing reports linked to recent protests targeting migrants, prompting hundreds to register for voluntary return. The operation is expected to take several days because of the large number of people involved.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Mixed reactions to Malawi repatriations
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Malawians were repatriated from South Africa but many had mixed reactions about this. #dwafricasocialmedia #youtubeshorts #dwafricawomen
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- Can African teams shine at the 2026 World Cup?
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- The 2026 FIFA World Cup expands to 48 teams, creating more opportunities for African nations. With increased slots, emerging talent, and improved infrastructure, can an African team make history by winning the tournament? In this AfricaLink podcast, Eddy Micah Jr. discusses the prospects with sports analyst Abigail Sena from Accra, Ghana and DW's Samson Omale from Lagos, Nigeria. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricalinkpodcast
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- Malema wants Ngizwe Mchunu locked up
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Julius Malema has applied for the sentencing of anti-migrant protests’ leader, Ngizwe Mchunu following remarks he made about the EFF leader. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- What if we replace humanitarian aid with opportunities?
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- 25:34
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- New research from East Africa shows that pairing entrepreneurship support with market access can dramatically boost incomes, savings, and resilience among refugees. In this AfricaLink episode, Eddy Micah Jr. speaks to Winnie Auma, Chief Operating Officer at Village Enterprise and Frank Yiga in Kampala to explore how the DREAMS program is helping families rebuild their lives. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafricawomen
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- Why is the president of Singapore in Tanzania?
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam begins a three-day State Visit to Tanzania. Trade, investment, digital economy, and skills development are high on the agenda. What could Tanzania gain from this partnership #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Nigeria weighs retaliation over xenophobic attacks in South Africa
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Nigeria's government says it may act against South Africa as frustration grows over attacks on its citizens, with voluntary repatriations underway and hundreds set to return home. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Can enterprise reshape refugee communities?
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- In tonight’s episode of AfricaLink, we hear from Winnie Auma, Chief Operating Officer at Village Enterprise, on how the DREAMS program is helping refugees and host communities build sustainable livelihoods across Uganda, Somalia and Ethiopia. By combining entrepreneurship training with real market access, the initiative is enabling families in settlements like Bidi Bidi and Rhino Camp to increase incomes, grow savings, and strengthen resilience. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafricawomen
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- Kenya police use tear gas on protesters at US Ebola center
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- A plan to open an Ebola quarantine center in Kenya for US citizens is facing local resistance. Some Kenyans are accusing the Trump administration of outsourcing health risks. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Ghanaian footballer recounts SA xenophobia
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- 26:03
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Hundreds of Ghanaians have returned home from South Africa following anti-migrant protests. In this episode of AfricaLink, we hear how a Ghanaian footballer called Fiifi was forced to leave South Africa for his safety, and the difficult road ahead. AfricaLink host Eddy Micah Jr. and DW's Isaac Kaledzi in Accra also unpack the wider tensions around migration, jobs, and xenophobia in South Africa. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricalinkpodcast
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- South Africans react to Ramaphosa's immigration plan
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- In his Sunday night address, President Cyril Ramaphosa outlined steps to tackle illegal immigration, including deportations, dedicated immigration courts, and jail time for employers hiring undocumented migrants. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #southafrica
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- Malawi repatriates 150 nationals from South Africa after xenophobic attacks
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- 2:45
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Malawi has begun evacuating some citizens from South Africa following recent anti‑immigrant violence, with the first group of 150 returning home under a government‑led repatriation effort. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- DR Congo records 27 new Ebola cases
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- The DR Congo has recorded 27 news positive Ebola cases in the last 24 hours. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen #ebola
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- Ghanaian footballer forced to leave SA
- Runtime
- 0:52
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- In tonight's episode of AfricaLink, we hear how a Ghanaian footballer called Fiifi was forced to leave South Africa for his safety, and the difficult road ahead. AfricaLink host Eddy Micah Jr. and DW's Isaac Kaledzi in Accra also unpacks the wider tensions around migration, jobs, and xenophobia in South Africa. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricalinkpodcast #xenophobia #ghana #southafrica
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- Nigeria rescues 360 hostages from Boko Haram
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
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- Nigerian forces say they have freed 360 hostages from a Boko Haram-linked camp in Borno State after a major rescue operation.
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- Ebola workers fight outbreak with little support
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Health workers in eastern DR Congo say they are battling Ebola with limited resources, growing exhaustion, and shortages of critical supplies.
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- Ghana completes repatriation of citizens from South Africa
- Runtime
- 2:46
- Date posted
- 5 months ago
- Description
- Ghana is concluding the repatriation of its citizens from South Africa amid renewed xenophobic attacks. About 1,000 people have been processed, with job support and social interventions offered to help them reintegrate into their communities. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #ghana #xenophobia #southafrica
