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When waste clothes become billboards in Ghana
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- When waste clothes become billboards in Ghana
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- 3:55
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Every week, millions of used clothes flood Ghana. Many are never worn, ending up as waste. An Accra artist puts discarded fashion on billboards to spark debate about fast fashion. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Xenophobia: Who is Victoria Africa?
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Activist Victoria Africa’s viral confrontations with migrants are sparking debate over immigration, enforcement and xenophobia in South Africa. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Why Mugabe's Son Is Being Deported from South Africa
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- 3:13
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Bellarmine Mugabe, son of former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe, has been ordered to leave South Africa following a court ruling in Alexandra.
He pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including immigration violations and a prior firearm-related incident.
#DWAfrica #BallarmineMugabe #SouthAfrica #Zimbabwe
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- DW Exclusive — German Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan in Kenya
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- 7:29
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- German Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan says Berlin plans to strengthen its support for health systems. It can't fully plug the gap the US withdrawal from the WHO has left in African countries, but it can boost its economic cooperation, she told DW at the World Health Summit in Kenya. #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Who decides Lungu’s final resting place?
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- The Zambian government and the family of former President Edgar Lungu are heading to the High Court in Pretoria this Thursday to battle over where he should be buried, and the public can't agree either. The real question is: who should have the final say , the state or the family?#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- After the inquiry: Is justice still possible in Tanzania?
- Runtime
- 25:21
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- An inquiry appointed by President Samia Suluhu Hassan to examine the violence that followed Tanzania’s disputed October 29, 2025 general elections found that at least 518 people died from “unnatural causes,” many from gunshot wounds, marking the first official acknowledgment of the scale of the unrest. The violence erupted after the president was declared the winner with about 97–98% of the vote, amid opposition boycotts, the exclusion of key challengers, and an internet shutdown that drew regional and international criticism. While the commission documented thousands of injuries and hundreds still missing, it did not assign responsibility for the deaths, prompting opposition parties and rights groups to denounce the findings as incomplete and to demand independent criminal investigations into the role of security forces.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#dwafricalinkpodcast
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- Malawi parliament to reopen probe into Chilima plane crash
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Malawi's parliament will launch a fresh investigation into the 2024 plane crash that killed then Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others, after new concerns emerged over gaps in earlier inquiries.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- DW exclusive - Macky Sall on bid to lead UN
- Runtime
- 8:38
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Former Senegalese president, Macky Sall has told DW he well qualified to lead the United Nations as he bids for the top job. Macky Sall says if he secures the position, it will reposition Africa at the center of global affairs.
00:00 Why run for UN Secretary-General? – Macky Sall makes his case
01:56 First priority – Reforming a struggling United Nations
02:57 Security Council debate – Who gets a seat at the table?
03:57 Neutrality questioned – Can a former president stay impartial?
05:24 Criticism and controversy – Responding to legal allegations
06:39 “I have nothing left to prove” – Why he won't return to Senegal politics
07:09 Africa's moment? – The case for an African UN leader
07:57 A global message – Representing North, South, East and West
#dwafricasocialmedia #mackysall #Senegal #UNSG
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- Ghana joins Zambia, Zimbabwe in rejecting US health deal over sovereignty concerns
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Ghana has rejected a proposed $300 million US health deal, with officials telling DW the agreement raised major concerns over data privacy, sovereignty and constitutional oversight. Authorities say the terms would have shifted control over parts of the health system and required bypassing parliamentary approval, making the offer unacceptable despite the funding attached.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- A severe fuel shortage is hitting Malawi’s economy — what’s behind it and what can be done?
- Runtime
- 25:15
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Malawi's fuel crisis is probably severe than anywhere in Africa. The government has been forced to sell of precious gold reserves to buy fuel to keep hospitals and agriculture running. How are Malawians coping and is there a solution? Eddy Micah Jnr. speaks with Michael Kaiyatsa, a human rights activist and head of the Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) and DW's Chimwemwe Padatha in Lilongwe.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#dwafricalinkpodcast
00:00 Malawi’s fuel crisis deepens
00:21 Why fuel shortages are crippling daily life
00:52 Malawi sells gold reserves to buy fuel
01:36 Long queues and fuel rationing across the country
03:05 Hospitals, transport and farming affected
04:26 Is the Middle East conflict to blame?
05:08 Malawi’s long history of fuel shortages
06:15 Forex shortages at the center of the crisis
08:19 Why Malawi struggles to solve the problem
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- Nigeria urges S.Africa to probe xenophobic attacks
- Runtime
- 0:32
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Nigeria's consul general in Johannesburg has urged South Africa to investigate the killing of two Nigerians amid and new wave of attacks on migrants from other parts of Africa.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Fuel shortages are disrupting daily life across Malawi — how are people coping?
- Runtime
- 0:53
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Malawi is grappling with a deepening fuel crisis driven by foreign currency shortages and heavy reliance on imports. The government has taken emergency measures, including selling gold reserves, to sustain essential services. But with transport disrupted and costs rising, many Malawians are struggling to cope. What caused the crisis, and what are the possible solutions? On this episode of Africalink podcast, Eddy Micah Jr. speaks with governance expert Michael Kaiyatsa and DW correspondent Chimwemwe Padatha.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#DWAfricaLinkPodcast
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- Macky Sall's UN leadership bid divides African opinion
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Senegal's ex-president Macky Sall is campaigning to become the next UN secretary‑general. There's mixed reactions among Africans to his bid, but Sall says he has nothing more to prove to Senegal or Africa and is ready to lead the world body.#DWAsocialMedia
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- President Ruto says he was misquoted over remarks about Nigerian accents
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Kenyan President William Ruto has told Nigerians he was misquoted after backlash over remarks about Nigerian accents, saying Africans across the continent speak good English. Ruto was speaking lightheartedly during the Kenya Mining Investment Conference and Expo (MICE) in Nairobi.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Questions are mounting over Gen Assimi Goita’s whereabouts after Mali’s deadly terror attack
- Runtime
- 0:37
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Mali’s prime minister visits attack victims as questions grow over President Goita’s silence after the deadly Kati assault.
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- South Africans march against migrants, despite President Ramaphosa's warning
- Runtime
- 27:59
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- March and March, an organisation that is targeting what it says are illegal foreign nationals in South Africa is today marching to President Cyril Ramaphosa's Union Buildings offices in Pretoria demanding that 'undocumented migrants' leave. March and March accuses immigrants of stealing jobs, causing crime and overburdening public services and has in some cases used xenophobic violence.The march comes a day after President Cyril Ramaphosa cautioned against the targeting of foreign nationals in the country as South Africa marked Freedom Day. DW’s Thuso Khumalo reports from Pretoria. #SouthAfrica #FreedomDay #Ramaphosa
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- Congo launches $100M, mining guard
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- 0:35
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- DR Congo has unveiled a $100 million US- and UAE-backed mining guard to secure mine sites, crack down on smuggling and strengthen oversight in the world’s biggest cobalt producer. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Celebration and frustration: South Africans question the promise of freedom
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- On the 32nd anniversary of the end of apartheid, Freedom Day gatherings across South Africa are tinged with discontent as citizens voice mixed emotions about whether true liberation has been achieved. Thuso Khumalo has the story from Johannesburg. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Ghana's uphill battle to defeat Malaria
- Runtime
- 26:02
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana is seeking to expand access to Malaria vaccines for children amid cuts in USAID funding. Experts now warn of new gaps in prevention and care. AfricaLink unpacks the progress, the politics, and the uncertain road ahead. Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks to Dr. Nana Yaw Peprah, Deputy Programme Manager for Ghana’s National Malaria Elimination Programme and DW's Eric Mawuena Egbeta in Accra. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafricawomen
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- Ghana 'rearms' in the fight against Malaria
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana was one of the first three African countries which started the implementation of World Health Organization recommended malaria vaccines. Six years after beginning this implementation, how close is Ghana toward disease eradication? For some answers, DW's Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with Dr. Nana Yaw Peprah, Deputy Programme Manager for Ghana’s National Malaria Elimination Programme. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricalinkpodcast
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- Ramaphosa warns against xenophobia
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- 0:59
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ramaphosa uses Freedom Day to warn against xenophobia and call for lawful, fair handling of migration. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Israel names envoy to Somaliland
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Israel has appointed Michael Lotem as its first ambassador to Somaliland following its recognition of the self-governing region in northern Somalia as an independent state. The move deepens ties between Israel and Somaliland, which Somalia considers to be part of its sovereign territory. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Mali junta says over 200 attackers killed in terror attacks
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Mali junta says over 200 attackers were killed as the country mourns Defence Minister Sadio Camara. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Burundi's ruling party backs Ndayishimiye again
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Burundi’s President, Evariste Ndayishimiye, has been chosen by the ruling CNDD-FDD party as its candidate for next year’s presidential election, paving the way for him to seek a second term after assuming office in 2020. The nomination underscores solid support from the governing party as the country prepares for a closely watched vote.
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- Mali defense minister killed in militants attacks
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Mali’s Defence Minister, General Sadio Camara, has been killed in coordinated attacks on military installations across the country, according to multiple media and security sources. Camara was a central figure in the military junta that took power following coups in 2020 and 2021. A suicide car bomb targeted his residence in Kati, a garrison town near the capital, Bamako. On Saturday, the town was attacked by an al-Qaeda-linked group alongside Tuareg rebels. Heavy gunfire continued for a second consecutive day on Sunday, casting doubt on the army’s assertion that it had re-established control. The escalation has renewed calls for an international response to the growing insecurity in the Sahel.
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- Kenya's Sabastian Sawe wins the London marathon, sets a new world record
- Runtime
- 0:46
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe has made history by becoming the first man to run a marathon in under 2 hours after winning the London Marathon in 1:59:30. The 31-year-old broke the previous world record set by the late Kelvin Kiptum, while Ethiopia’s Yomif Kejelcha finished second and Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo took third. Ethiopia’s Tigst Assefa also set a new women’s world record of 2:15:41, while Kenya’s Hellen Obiri finished second and Joyciline Jepkosgei took third in the women’s race.
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- Trump unhurt after White House gunfire
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- US President Donald Trump was rushed out of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington on Saturday night after gunfire disrupted the annual media and political gala, forcing guests to duck for cover as security agents moved through the ballroom.
Authorities said Trump was not injured, and a suspect was arrested after the shooting scare near the Washington Hilton, where the dinner was being held. The incident turned one of the most closely watched events in the US political calendar into a major security emergency, with journalists, officials and invited guests briefly caught in confusion as law enforcement secured the area.
Reports said the suspect was identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance, California. Officials said he was taken into custody after the incident, while investigators were still working to establish a motive. One security officer was reportedly struck but protected by a bullet-resistant vest.
The dinner, norma...
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- Aid can’t build nations
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Aid can save lives. But it cannot fix governance or build strong economies. So, what actually drives real development? #EconomicDevelopment #AfricaFuture #AidDependency #Policy #Governance #DWAfrica #UnderTheBaobab #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Is foreign aid helping Africa or creating dependency? | Under The Baobab
- Runtime
- 30:00
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- For decades, development aid has supported millions across Africa. But as challenges persist, tough questions remain: Is aid building independence, or sustaining a cycle of dependency?
Topics discussed:
00:00 Teaser – Is foreign aid helping Africa or holding it back?
01:14 Africans speak out – who really benefits from aid?
01:54 Setting the stage – unpacking the aid debate
02:48 Inside the system – who is Matthias Mogge?
05:04 Big investments, little change? The Sierra Leone cocoa case
08:06 Can aid impact really be measured?
11:13 Dependency exposed – what happens when aid stops
14:39 “Aid is not the solution” – a key admission
17:13 Corruption, power and blame – where does the problem lie?
20:18 Aid as influence – politics, control, and soft power
25:32 If not aid, then what? Rethinking Africa's path forward
Production Team
• Hosts: George Okachi & Mimi Mefo Newuh ...
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- Mali army says it repelled coordinated attacks, situation under control
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Mali’s armed forces say they have repelled coordinated attacks by armed groups targeting several cities, declaring the situation under control after heavy gunfire was reported near the Kati military base outside Bamako. The army said several attackers were killed, equipment destroyed and clearance operations were continuing as the country faces persistent insurgent violence.
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- Bundesliga Union Berlin vs FC Cologne
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- 2:21:08
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
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- Union Berlin are set for a big Bundesliga showdown at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei, hoping their home crowd gives them an edge. They bring their usual sharp, tight setup and are hungry for points to get their season back on track. FC Cologne aren't just showing up, either. They are eager for a turnaround and will fight for every opportunity they receive. Their traveling supporters always add noise, and Cologne will be out to frustrate the hosts and get something to cheer about, aiming to secure at least a draw or a victory to boost their morale in the league. #DWAfrica
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- Mali's Bamako hit by militant attacks
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Militants have carried out coordinated attacks in Mali’s capital, Bamako, and multiple locations nationwide. Explosions and sustained gunfire were reported near the strategic Kati military base on the outskirts of the city. The incidents represent a significant security breach, underscoring growing concerns over Mali’s escalating insurgency.
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- DW News Africa with Michael Okwu
- Runtime
- 26:06
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Is Africa’s most populous nation and its largest democracy sliding toward one‑party rule? Defections and a ruling party tightening its grip on most Nigerian states. Critics warn President Tinubu’s APC is weakening the opposition and that democracy itself may be at risk. Also: A landmark exhibition in Berlin sheds light on African soldiers who helped liberate Europe in World War Two.#dwafrica
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- SA vows crackdown on xenophobic attacks
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- South African authorities have pledged to clamp down on xenophobic attacks targeting Ghanaians and other foreign nationals after Ghana lodged a formal protest over viral videos showing alleged harassment. Officials said those responsible for intimidation or violence would be identified and prosecuted, as pressure mounts over the treatment of migrants in the country.
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- Is foreign aid about control?
- Runtime
- 0:58
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- What if aid isn’t just about helping… but also about influence? Even insiders admit politics plays a role. #SoftPower #ForeignAid #Politics #Africa #GlobalPower #Development #DWAfrica #AidSystem #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen #dwthebaobab #underthebaobab
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- Is the opposition fueling Kenya fuel protests?
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- 3:54
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Fuel prices in Kenya have skyrocketed as the nation grapples with the impact of the Middle East conflict. The opposition is pushing for protests, while the government urges patience. Is this a failure of planning — or a game of politics? #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Tinubu seeks $516M new loan to build a road
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- 0:26
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Tinubu seeks Senate approval for a $516 million highway loan as concerns over Nigeria’s debt burden resurface. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Ghana summons South African envoy over xenophobic incidents
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana’s government is demanding stronger protection for its citizens in South Africa after viral videos of alleged harassment spark outrage, raising fresh concerns over xenophobic attacks on foreigners. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- 470 refugees head back to DR Congo—despite ongoing conflict
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- A first group of Congolese refugees in Burundi has started a voluntary return to eastern DR Congo with UN support. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Billions in aid… So why no change?
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- For decades, billions have gone into fighting poverty in Africa. But millions are still struggling. So, what’s really going on? #ForeignAid #Africa #DevelopmentAid #GlobalInequality #DWAfrica #UnderTheBaobab #AidDebate #AfricaRising
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- Ruto sparks backlash over Nigeria remark
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- President Ruto faces social media backlash after remarks about Nigerian-accented English triggered criticism across Africa. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Nigeria races to contain deadly meningitis outbreak
- Runtime
- 3:23
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- As Nigeria’s dry season peaks, health authorities have placed 11 states on high alert. Despite years of vaccination campaigns, meningitis continues to claim lives. A new vaccine offers hope — but is it enough to finally break the cycle? #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Edgar Lungu burial dispute back in court
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- The pending burial of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu is back in the news with even more complicated twists and turns, while his body has spent nearly 11 months in a mortuary in South Africa. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Tanzania inquiry report handed to president
- Runtime
- 2:09
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Tanzania has reached a critical moment after the commission investigating the October 29 incidents submitted its report to President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Thursday, marking the end of a 153-day inquiry. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- New rules reshaping gold mining in Ghana
- Runtime
- 1:14
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ghana’s mining regulator has reportedly given international mining companies until December 2026 to transfer their mining operations to local contractors. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafricawomen
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- Nigeria divided over reintegrating Boko Haram fighters
- Runtime
- 25:51
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Nigerian military officials have released another 390 former Boko Haram fighters under Operation Safe Corridor, a program aimed at deradicalizing repentant militants and reintegrating them into civilian life. The initiative has drawn criticism from Nigerians who say ex-fighters receive preferential treatment. In this edition of DW's AfricaLink podcast, Adwoa Tenkorama Domena speaks with human rights lawyer Ahmed Abubakar and DW's Ben Shemang in Nigeria. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Is Nigeria ready for Boko Haram reintegration?
- Runtime
- 0:49
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Nigerian military officials have graduated another batch of 390 ex-Boko Haram terrorists under Operation Safe Corridor, where repentant terrorists are deradicalized and integrated into civilian life. But the initiative has draw criticism from Nigerians claiming former Boko Haram fighters are given preferential treatment. Host Adwoa Tenkorama Domena talks to human rights lawyer Ahmed Abubakar and DW's Ben Shemang in Nigeria. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricalinkpodcast #dwafrica #dwafricawomen
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- Pope Leo in Africa: a real push for justice and peace?
- Runtime
- 2:26
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- On his first Africa tour, Pope Leo visited four countries — confronting painful histories, engaging political power, and addressing the world’s fastest‑growing Catholic community. But will it bring real change? #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Macky Sall pledges sweeping UN reforms
- Runtime
- 0:33
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Candidates seeking the UN’s top job, including Senegal’s Macky Sall, say they are committed to revitalizing the troubled organization. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- World Malaria Day: Uganda vaccine rollout shows promise
- Runtime
- 2:52
- Date posted
- 4 months ago
- Description
- Ahead of World Malaria Day on 25 April, Uganda’s malaria vaccine rollout is gaining trust. DW looks at early impact at home and compares uptake data from Kenya and Cameroon in a WHO campaign. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
