May 17, 2022
Somalia: New President Promises Peace
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud faces many challenges: From the fight against militant organization al-Shabab to a potential famine threatening millions of Somalis. Is he the right… Read more »
May 15, 2022
Somalia: New President's Election Met With Gunshots, Cheers
Lawmakers have finally chosen a new president. Current President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed was hoping to stay in power after over a year of in-fighting and delays. Read more »
May 13, 2022
Somalia: Nation Finally Holds Long-Delayed Election
The Horn of Africa nation chooses its next president on Sunday amid tight security in the capital Mogadishu. The election is over a year behind schedule. DW takes an in-depth look… Read more »
May 10, 2022
Kenya: What Minimum Wage Rise Means
Kenya's new 12% minimum wage increase comes amid soaring prices. But only a few of the country's poor will end up with more in their pockets at the end of the month. Read more »
May 06, 2022
Ethiopia: Interfaith Tensions Simmer in Ethiopia
Muslims and Christians in parts of Ethiopia are on edge after an attack in Gondar sparked a swell of unrest. Politics is usually to blame when interfaith tensions turn deadly in… Read more »
May 03, 2022
Africa: Where in Sub-Saharan Africa Are Media Outlets Curtailed?
In places such as Cameroon, Guinea Bissau, Rwanda or post-coup Mali, the media's vigilance extends well beyond issues that matter to the public. Journalists are forced to watch… Read more »
May 02, 2022
Ethiopia: Police Fire Teargas At Protesters During Eid Celebrations
Clashes broke out at Eid celebrations in Addis Ababa after police fired tear gas into the crowd. Religious tensions have been high since a recent attack on a Muslim funeral. Read more »
April 28, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: Few Optimistic About Peace Talks in Kenya
Talks in Kenya between the DR Congo government and rebel groups were aimed at ending violence. But few observers believe fighting will cease. Some notable rebels were not even… Read more »
April 27, 2022
Sudan: West Darfur Clashes Leave 200 Dead
A wave of violence between Arab and Massalit tribesmen left 213 people dead. UN Human Rights Chief urged Sudanese authorities to open an investigation and protect the population. Read more »
Ethiopia: War in Ukraine Compounds Food Crisis
Exploding food prices are driving hunger and poverty, particularly in Ethiopia. Aid organizations say they have had to cut food rations in half for even the most needy. Read more »
April 26, 2022
East Africa: Donors Pledge U.S.$1.4 Billion Amid Starvation Warning
Just under $1.4 billion in aid is pledged as regional drought threatens millions with starvation. The UN is worried that another poor season of rain could be catastrophic. Read more »
November 07, 2020
Tanzania: Tanzanian Opposition Leader Tundu Lissu - 'My Life Is Not Safe'
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has taken refuge at the residence of the German ambassador after losing the country's election. He contests the results, which virtually… Read more »
May 24, 2018
Tanzania: Country's Biggest Wildlife Reserve Under Threat
Despite major backlash from conservationists, the Tanzanian government plans to start building a hydropower dam inside a UNESCO-protected wildlife reserve this July. More than 2.6… Read more »
May 23, 2017
East Africa: Drought Crisis in the Horn of Africa
The humanitarian crisis in the Horn of Africa is worsening as millions of people face hunger and illness. Aid organizations are struggling to stabilize the situation. Read more »
April 24, 2017
Kenya: Kenyans Turn to Camels to Cope With Climate Change
While parts of Kenya are becoming drier, a growing number of people are starting to keep camels. The animals are more drought-resistant than cows - and their highly nutritious milk… Read more »
February 24, 2015
Ethiopia: Teff - Ethiopia's Tiny Secret Going Global
Ethiopia's indigenous grain teff is garnering global interest as a new super food, while Ethiopia's government tries to ensure local prices don't rocket for Ethiopians. Read more »
August 01, 2014
Uganda: Court Strikes Down Anti-Gay Law
Uganda's top court has reversed a law that criminalizes homosexuality. The country's parliament passed the bill in February, prompting international outcry and sanctions from the… Read more »