August 26
Africa: Germany to Give Africa 100,000 Doses of Mpox Vaccine
Berlin has said it will donate almost all of its reserve of mpox vaccines to the DRC and other African nations. The WHO says the spread of the disease "can be stopped." Read more »
August 13
Africa: Mpox Outbreak Declared a Public Health Emergency in Africa
The viral disease has swept through a number of African countries, particularly the Democratic Republic of Congo. The US said it had provided $17 million of extra assistance to… Read more »
August 12
Africa: How Prepared Is Africa to Host an Olympics?
Africa boasts a vibrant sports heritage and a history of Olympic involvement, yet it has never hosted the Games. How feasible is an African bid to host the Olympics? Read more »
August 08
Africa: Foreign Entrepreneurs Need Patience in Africa
Some foreign companies are finding it hard to set up shop or expand in Africa. The main hurdles include a lack of loans and foreign currency to settle invoices, corruption and… Read more »
August 04
Africa: Ukraine Updates - Kuleba Heads to Africa to Drum Up Support
The visit will be the Ukrainian foreign minister's fourth tour of African countries since the war started. Russia says it captured a village in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region. DW… Read more »
July 31
Africa: Why Africa Is Seeing More Youth-Led Protests
Nigerians are gearing up for nationwide protests this week, drawing inspiration from youth-led movements that have shaken the Kenyan government and sparked intense crackdowns in… Read more »
July 30
Africa: Human Trafficking and Trade - a Growing Threat for Africa
Seven million Africans live under various forms of modern slavery. Many of them have fallen into the clutches of human traffickers in an attempt to improve their own living… Read more »
July 23
Africa: How Is Biden's Retreat Perceived in Africa?
Joe Biden and his US administration sought to strengthen America's ties with Africa. His decision to bow out has attracted a lot of praise, and many Africans seem excited about… Read more »
July 18
Africa: Should African Nations Develop Their Fossil Fuel Resources?
Senegal is the latest African country to start producing oil. But would Senegal and other African countries be better off in the long term keeping their oil and gas in the ground? Read more »
July 17
West Africa: German Ties in West Africa 'Not a Charity Campaign'
Germany is pulling its military out of the terror-stricken Sahel region. At the same time, it wants to expand ties in West Africa because Europe's security depends on Africa,… Read more »
July 12
Africa: Euro 2024 - Africa Watches As Footballing Wizards Dazzle
Spain take on England in Sunday's Euro 2024 final, but there is huge interest away from the continent. Players with African heritage such as Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams and Bukayo… Read more »
July 05
Africa: What Does the West Invest in Africa?
Despite their dwindling influence, Western countries continue investing in Africa. But Russia, China and others have been catching up. Is Africa finally able to dictate its own… Read more »
July 01
Africa: South Africa's New Unity Cabinet Explained
President Cyril Ramaphosa has named his cabinet after several weeks of intense negotiations between the ANC and the 10 other parties that form South Africa's government of national… Read more »
June 25
Africa: How Ukraine Is Trying to Combat Russia's Influence in Africa
While Russia has a long historical relationship with many African nations, Ukraine is virtually starting from scratch. Read more »
June 24
Africa: Why Some African Countries Support Trophy Hunting
There are conflicting theories on how to best conserve Africa's wild animals. Should some countries continue to permit professional hunting as a means to generate income and… Read more »
June 20
Africa: Cholera Spreads in Nigeria As EU Launches Africa Vaccine Drive
A deadly outbreak of cholera in the Nigerian state of Lagos has killed at least 21 people. It comes as the EU pledges millions to help fund vaccine production in Africa for such… Read more »
June 19
Africa: Sanctions On Russian Diamonds - Good or Bad for Africa?
Diamond-rich African nations are ramping up production to fill the gap left by the G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds. But not all countries are happy about the ban. Read more »
June 17
Africa: German Rescue Group - 10 Migrants Found Dead in Mediterranean
Rescuers from a German rescue group said 10 bodies were found on a wooden boat in the Mediterranean during a rescue operation. Read more »
June 14
Africa: South Africa Unity Government - a New Political Era Dawns
Analysts see the new unity government comprising the ANC and the opposition DA as a chance to stabilize the country. Read more »
June 13
Africa: Record 120 Million People Displaced Globally - UN Report
A UN report reveals that 120 million people were forcibly displaced globally in 2024 due to conflict and violence. This marks a record high, affecting 1.5% of the world's… Read more »
June 06
Africa: Unlocking Africa's E-Commerce Potential
As the digital marketplace blooms across Africa, with an estimated growth of $75 billion by 2025, giants like Amazon are stepping onto the stage. What's next? Read more »
May 28
Africa: UN Peacekeepers Day Remembers the Lives Lost
This year's International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers honors more than 4,000 blue helmets who have lost their lives serving for peace. Read more »
Africa: UN Peacekeeping Day Remembers the Lives Lost
This year's International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers honors more than 4,000 blue helmets who have lost their lives serving for peace. Read more »
May 21
Africa: Where Do Africa's Lusophone Nations Stand On Russia?
Russia has beefed up efforts to build stronger relations with Portuguese-speaking African nations, positioning itself as a military power without a colonial past. Read more »
May 15
Africa: The Race to Fix Africa's Poor Weather Forecasting
Most of Africa's 1.3 billion people have little advance knowledge of the weather. But on a continent often hit by extreme weather events, knowing the forecast could save lives. Read more »