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DRC: Ebola health workers protest unpaid salaries
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- DRC: Ebola health workers protest unpaid salaries
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Health workers at the Elikya Ebola Treatment Centre in Bunia have staged a protest demanding payment of more than two months of unpaid salaries and warning that the ongoing outbreak response could be at risk without greater government support. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Ghanaians top African asylum claims in Canada after 2026 World Cup
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ghana, Egypt, Senegal, Nigeria and Burundi are the African countries whose citizens have sought asylum in Canada after travelling for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Nai Nami, the social enterprise uplifting street kids in Kenya
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Street kids are finding an occupation through Nai Nami, a social enterprise in Kenya. They're Nairobi city tour guides who have their own stories to tell too. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Zambia journalist charged under cyber laws before election
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Journalist Macpherson Mukuka has been charged under Zambia's cyber security laws, prompting condemnation from media freedom advocates worldwide just weeks before a general election. The case adds to growing debate over the use of cyber laws in Zambia. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Nigerian's death in Cape Town sparks outrage
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Nigerian community in Cape Town is demanding answers after a fellow national died during a police operation. His death has reignited concerns about migrant safety and police conduct in South Africa. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricaaivoices
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- DW News Africa with Michael Okwu
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- 26:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ebola has killed more than 1,000 people in DR Congo, where health workers are battling violence, supply shortages, and attacks on treatment centers as they try to contain the outbreak. Meanwhile in Kenya, a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility has sparked controversy, with activists accusing authorities of ignoring a court order. Protests over the facility turned deadly, killing two.#dwafrica
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- Ramaphosa wins interdict in impeachment case
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A South African court has granted President Cyril Ramaphosa an interdict to stop impeachment proceedings against him. The ruling puts the matter, which centers on the alleged theft of a large sum of money on his farm several years ago, ice for the moment. #dwafrica
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- The Commonwealth in Africa: real impact or empty promises?
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- 30:01
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Commonwealth of Nations says it is a champion of human rights and democratic values. But when member states face political crises, disputed elections and shrinking civic freedoms, does the organization do enough? In this episode of Under The Baobab, Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey responds to tough questions on Cameroon, youth opportunity, migration and the future of democracy in Africa. Is the Commonwealth still relevant, or are Africans hearing more promises than seeing results?
Topics Discussed:
00:00 Why Is Cameroon the Commonwealth’s Biggest Test?
01:44 Is the Commonwealth Still Fit for Purpose?
02:17 Why Does Cameroon Leave Such a Bitter Taste?
03:32 Is Cameroon Concentrating More Power in the Presidency?
06:24 Who Is Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey?
08:48 Why Did the Commonwealth Push Back on Cameroon?
09:41 What Would It Take to Suspend Cameroon?
10:45 Where Does the Comm...
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- What can revive Uganda’s democracy?
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ugandans feel that democracy in the country is reversing while others believe Bobi Wine should have been the president after they voted for him. What could help revive Uganda’s democracy? #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Nigeria faces new 12.5% US tariff over forced labour concerns
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Nigeria is among 60 countries now facing a 12.5% US tariff on imports under new trade rules targeting forced labour in supply chains. The move could make Nigerian goods more expensive in the American market and affect export opportunities. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Commonwealth in Africa: Opportunity or colonial relic?
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- For some, the Commonwealth of Nations opens doors to education, networking and opportunity. For others, it feels like an extension of Britain's colonial influence, with little impact at the grassroots level. What do young Africans really think?
#DWTheBaobab #UnderTheBaobab #Commonwealth # Ghana # Britain #UK #colonialism #opportunities #economy #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Who wins when the African Cup of Nations expands?
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- 2:29
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The African Cup of Nations is about to grow from 24 to 28 teams. Who will pocket the real cash? Let’s follow the money! #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- 'Visit Rwanda': Will Aston Villa's deal boost tourism?
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- 22:32
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Rwanda has doubled down on its "Visit Rwanda" bold sports-marketing strategy, signing a landmark front-of-shirt deal with English premiership side Aston Villa worth up to £20 million annually. But can these partnerships reshape Rwanda's international image leveraging football's global stage? Eddy Micah Jnr speaks to Dr Alphonse Habimana, tourism expert and analyst and DW's Alex Ngarambe. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
00:00 Can Football Sponsorships Transform a Country?
00:46 Rwanda’s £20 Million Aston Villa Deal
02:08 Why Visit Rwanda Remains Controversial
04:37 The Strategy Behind Rwanda’s Global Tourism Push
06:20 Did the Arsenal Partnership Deliver Results?
08:14 Why Aston Villa Became Rwanda’s Next Partner
10:07 Do Sponsorship Deals Benefit Ordinary Citizens?
12:14 How Rwanda Measures Tourism Success
14:31 Jobs, Infrastructure and Community Benefits
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- German Foreign Minister ends visit to Africa
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- German foreign minister Wadephul travelled once around the continent - starting in Mauritania, via Nigeria down to South Africa with aim of strengthening ties with the continent amid China and Russia’s influence. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Nigeria passport ranked 90th globally
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Nigeria's passport has fallen two places to 90th on a key global ranking. The 2026 Henley Passport Index measured 199 passports using data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- Tanzania's CHADEMA party sets conditions for dialogue
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- 0:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Tanzania's main opposition party, CHADEMA, insists that detained leader Tundu Lissu be released before it joins any political dialogue. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Why hasn't the Commonwealth suspended Cameroon?
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Cameroon has faced years of criticism over human rights concerns, arrests of dissenting voices, and ongoing conflict. So why hasn't the Commonwealth of Nations suspended the country? Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey explains why the organization prefers engagement over punishment.
#DWTheBaobab #UnderTheBaobab #Commonwealth # Ghana # Britain #UK #humanrights # conflict #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- South Africa taken to ICC over anti-migrant attacks
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Could attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa be considered crimes against humanity? Two Ghanaians are asking the International Criminal Court to investigate. #dwafrica #dwafricasocialmedia
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- What Rwanda's premier league partnerships mean for the nation’s tourism sector
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- In tonight’s AfricaLink podcast, we unpack Rwanda's new front-of-shirt partnership deal with Aston Villa worth up to $26 million annually. But beyond the benefit of tourism, host Eddy Micah Jnr. probes how these partnerships reshape Rwanda's international image leveraging football's global stage. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- SA faces labour shortages after migrant exodus
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Several South African industries are struggling to replace foreign workers who left following recent anti-migrant attacks, revealing growing labour shortages across key sectors. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica
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- Ebola: New measures to fight against the disease
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Scientists are exploring three innovative approaches in the fight against Ebola. Their clinical studies aim to prevent new infections, improve patient treatment, and deepen our understanding of the disease. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #ebola
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- Nigerians weigh in on alleged fake government agency
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Our report on the alleged fake government agency in Nigeria sparked hundreds of comments. Here's what some of you had to say.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Ghana: Can community service transform the justice system?
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ghana has taken a major step in reforming its criminal justice system with the passage of the Community Service Bill 2026. The law allows eligible offenders convicted of minor crimes to serve supervised community service instead of custodial sentences. Supporters believe the reform could ease pressure on overcrowded prisons, reduce government spending, and improve rehabilitation, while critics say its success will depend on effective implementation.#DwafricaSocialMedia
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- South Africa: British-Zimbabwean accused of killing wife, daughters faces UK extradition
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- 3:23
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A British-Zimbabwean man accused of killing his wife and two daughters in the UK has appeared in a Johannesburg court. As South Africa considers an extradition request from British authorities, he is also facing separate firearm charges locally.
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- Ghana passes community service law for minor offenders
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ghana's Parliament has passed the Community Service Bill 2026, introducing community service as an alternative to custodial sentences for eligible offenders. The reform aims to ease prison overcrowding, reduce the cost of incarceration and promote rehabilitation while ensuring offenders remain accountable. But will the new system deliver the intended results? In this episode of our AfricaLink podcast, host Eddy Micah Jr. discusses the implications with private legal practitioner and law lecturer Christian Malm Hesse alongside DW's Eric Mawuena Egbeta.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Senegal backs Macky Sall for UN top job after political fallout
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- In a surprising diplomatic reversal, Senegal is now throwing its weight behind former President Macky Sall in his bid for the top UN job — after years of political tension between him and the current government. So what has changed, and where does the rest of Africa stand?#DWAfricaSocialMedia#Senegal#Macky Sall#UN
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- German Foreign Minister meets young Nigerians
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- What does a meaningful Germany–Nigeria partnership look like from the perspective of young Nigerians? During a visit to Lagos, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul sat down with young people and influencers to listen to their ideas, concerns, and expectations. Could this conversation mark the start of a stronger and more people-centred relationship between Germany and Nigeria?#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- At least 189 children killed in DR Congo Ebola outbreak
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Teaser: Save the Children says at least 189 children have died in the latest Ebola outbreak in eastern DR Congo, with thousands more now needing mental health support after witnessing illness, death and displacement.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Why are tensions rising in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
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- 1:37
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Political tensions are reaching a boiling point in the Democratic Republic of Congo. President Felix Tshisekedi's proposed constitutional reforms are being criticized as a pathway to a third term in office.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#DRC#Tshisekedi#reforms
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- IFAD report: 309 million Africans are hungry
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- More than 300 million people in Africa are now facing hunger, making the continent the global epicenter of food insecurity, according to the latest UN International Fund for Agricultural Development report. Speaking to DW, IFAD President Alvaro Lario warned that hunger and conflict are fueling each other, while rising food prices over the coming months will hit the poorest households the hardest. He said Africa urgently needs greater investment to break the cycle of poverty, conflict and hunger.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Ghanaians react to Chairman Wontumi's 20-year prison sentence
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Ghanaians react after opposition politician Chairman Wontumi was sentenced to 20 years in prison in a landmark illegal mining case that is expected to be appealed.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Uganda's democracy in decline? What's driving the crackdown?
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- 26:23
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Nearly 40 years after President Yoweri Museveni took office promising peace and stability, Uganda is facing renewed scrutiny over media restrictions, arrests of opposition figures, and a shrinking democratic space. Civil society groups and rights organizations warn that democratic freedoms are under increasing pressure, while the government maintains its actions are necessary to preserve security and public order. The growing prominence of General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces and President Yoweri Museveni's son, has added another layer to the debate, raising questions about the country's political future and the direction of its democratic institutions.#DWAfricaSocialMedia
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- Another deadly winter initiation season in South Africa
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
- 2 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
