September 10, 2023
Africa: Ethiopia Finishes Filling Reservoir of Contentious Mega-Dam
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam is set to double the country's electricity generation and become Africa's biggest dam. Egypt fiercely opposes the megaproject, arguing that it… Read more »
September 09, 2023
Africa: African Union Joins G20 As India Boosts Global South
By helping the African Union earn a seat at the G20 table, India has emerged as a champion of the Global South. The announcement that the AU will join the G20 comes as India and… Read more »
September 07, 2023
Africa: Wave of Coups Stokes Fears Among Autocrats
The recent coups in Gabon and Niger have raised concerns among other African presidents who fear a threat to their power and have appointed new generals. Read more »
August 31, 2023
Africa: EU Reckons With Africa Policy After Wave of Coups
Europe seems to have ever fewer options as it watches West Africa experience widespread military coups. Ministers meeting in Toledo, Spain had no quick answers to tough questions… Read more »
August 25, 2023
Africa: Wagner in Africa - The Impact of Prighozin's Death
Russia's presence in Africa depends heavily on the Wagner Group, headed by Yevgeny Prighozin. But with his death in a plane crash in Russia, there is now uncertainty about the… Read more »
August 27, 2023
Africa: EU Planning New Africa Mission in Gulf of Guinea - Report
The EU is set to launch a new mission in West Africa in the fall, a German newspaper has reported. The combined military-civilian operation will aim to prevent instability… Read more »
August 25, 2023
Africa: Brics Expansion Sparks Joy in Africa
While the plans to expand BRICS have caused a lot of excitement amongst African leaders, questions on how the economic bloc will manage tensions among its members persist. Read more »
August 24, 2023
Africa: Wagner Group in Africa - Impact of Prighozin's Presumed Death
Russia's presence in Africa heavily depends on the Wagner Group, headed by Yevgeny Prighozin. But now there is uncertainty about the private military company's role after a plane… Read more »
August 17, 2023
Africa: Friend or Foe - Where Does Africa Stand On Russia?
BRICS countries will meet next week in Johannesburg as the bloc aims to widen its influence. But will Vladimir Putin's absence be felt in light of Russia's growing influence on the… Read more »
Africa: Japan Turns to Africa to Secure Critical Minerals
Tokyo has signed agreements with a number of African countries as competition with China for key raw materials and minerals heats up. Read more »
August 16, 2023
Africa: How Afro-Germans Are Reaching for the Stars
More and more people with African roots are celebrating professional success in Germany, rising to leading positions in music, sport and even politics. Their recognition is also… Read more »
August 11, 2023
Africa: Ousted Niger President Held in 'Poor Conditions,' Warns AU
The African Union has expressed its concern for the health of President Mohamed Bazoum and called for his "immediate" release. The bloc also said it backed the West African ECOWAS… Read more »
July 31, 2023
Africa: Why Africa's Top Stock Markets Are On a Roll
Stock markets in Africa are close to record highs after an incredible rebound from the pandemic. DW looks at the most-traded indices and why their importance is growing. Read more »
August 02, 2023
Africa: Fixing Africa's Electricity Woes Needs More Than Just Power
Sub-Saharan Africa trails the world when it comes to access to electricity. It needs to fix more than its power supply issues to get the continent electrified. Read more »
July 29, 2023
Africa: Putin's Gamble With Ukraine's Grain Drags On
In a show of largesse, Vladimir Putin promised shipments of grain to a handful of African countries affected by shortages caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. African leaders… Read more »
July 28, 2023
Africa: African Leaders Urge Putin to Consider Ukraine Peace Plan
The Russia-Africa summit also saw calls by leaders from the continent for President Vladimir Putin to renew the deal allowing Ukraine to export grain through its Black Sea ports. Read more »
July 27, 2023
Africa: Fact Check - Russia's Influence On Africa
Russia seeks to gain influence in Africa in several ways, from disinformation campaigns to sending Wagner Group mercenaries. Why is Africa so important to Vladimir Putin? Read more »
July 26, 2023
Africa: Russia-Africa Summit - Who Stands to Gain What?
After blocking Ukraine's grain exports, Moscow will try to portray itself as Africa's friend at the summit. But some African leaders consider the suspension "a stab in the back." Read more »
July 25, 2023
Africa: Where Do Russia's Ties With Africa Stand?
Russia is doubling down on its efforts to strengthen ties with countries in Africa. But because its engagement is still more political than economic, the continent's leaders should… Read more »
July 18, 2023
Africa: Africa's World Cup Women - Unfairness Unveiled
Four African teams are competing in the Women's World Cup -- but their enthusiasm is eroded by poor labor conditions, unfair payments and sexual abuse. DW looks at what Africa's… Read more »
July 17, 2023
Africa: Examining Continent's Fractured Relationship With the ICC
African leaders have complained about wrongful targeting by the International Criminal Court during the 25 years since its founding -- but some African legal experts say those… Read more »
June 30, 2023
Africa: Wagner Group in Africa - What's Its Future After the Mutiny?
Russia's presence in Africa heavily depends on the Wagner Group, headed by Yevgeny Prighozin. But now there is uncertainty about the private military company's role after its… Read more »
June 29, 2023
Africa: UN Peacekeepers Increasingly Unwelcome
UN peacekeeping missions in Africa are struggling to restore peace and stability to the nations in which they operate. Some African states want them out. Read more »
Africa: Why Do So Many African Nations Want UN Troops Out?
UN peacekeeping missions in Africa are struggling to restore peace and stability to the nations in which they operate. Some African states want them out and experts have warned of… Read more »
June 26, 2023
Africa: Abuse of Black Soccer Players in Germany Shows Endemic Racism - Analysts
Racially abusive posts towards two members of Germany's under-21 soccer team are the latest in a long line of racist insults that have marred German professional football. Read more »