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 »
South Africa: What Did German Foreign Minister Achieve in South Africa?
Russia's war in Ukraine dominated talks during German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's trip to Pretoria this week. After months of tension, Germany and South Africa displayed a… Read more »
June 27, 2023
South Africa: German Foreign Minister Urges South Africa to Help End War in Ukraine
Germany's top diplomat is in South Africa to discuss strengthening bilateral ties in fighting climate change, but the war in Ukraine remains a sticking point. Read more »
June 26, 2023
South Africa: German Foreign Minister Focuses On Ukraine War During Visit
During her visit to South Africa, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock wants to push for greater efforts to end Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. Read more »
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 »
June 24, 2023
Africa: Russia's Wagner Group in Africa - More Than Mercenaries
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called the recent actions of the Wagner Group and its leader Yevgeny Prigozhin a "betrayal" that will be punished. Read more »
June 23, 2023
Morocco: Amnesty Accuses Spain, Morocco of Cover-Up in Melilla Deaths
One year since tens of migrants and refugees died in a crush at the border between Spain and Morocco, Amnesty International has accused the two countries of a "cover-up." Read more »
June 19, 2023
Kenya: Kenya, EU Sign Trade Deal As Brussels Bolsters Africa Ties
Kenya is a major exporter of food and drink products, with around 20% of its overall exports sent to the EU. The deal was just seven months in the making, thus becoming one of the… Read more »
June 16, 2023
Africa: UN Says Migrant Boat Capsizing Off Greece 'Horrific Tragedy'
UN agencies called for investigating and holding to account smugglers and human traffickers. Nine Egyptian men were arrested for allegedly trafficking the migrants on the boat into… Read more »
Africa: African Leaders Propose 'Confidence-Building' to Defuse Ukraine-Russia Conflict
African leaders and senior politicians from seven countries are visiting Ukraine and Russia to find some middle ground for the warring parties to start peace talks. Read more »
June 14, 2023
Tanzania: Germany Fails to Face Colonial Legacy in Tanzania - Historians
The German government says its wants to confront the legacy of its colonial rule in Africa. But it is still failing to address issues such as its brutal repression of the Maji Maji… Read more »
June 11, 2023
Africa: EU Leaders Set to Talk Migration Curbs, Aid in Tunisia
Top EU figures are to meet with the Tunisian president to discuss a rise in attempted migration to Europe. But Kais Saied says his economically stricken country won't act as a… Read more »
June 09, 2023
Sudan: Sudan Declares UN Envoy 'Persona Non Grata'
The move comes after army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan accused Volker Perthes of inflaming the fighting between the warring factions in Sudan. Read more »
June 06, 2023
Cameroon: Cameroonian Women Win German Africa Prize for Peace Efforts
The 1st National Women's Convention for Peace in Cameroon has won the German Africa Prize for advocating negotiations to end the Anglophone crisis. In an exclusive interview, the… Read more »
June 02, 2023
Africa: South Africa's Diplomatic Dilemma With Putin
South Africa has invited Vladimir Putin to the BRICS summit. But with an international arrest warrant out for the Russian president, it faces arresting Putin if he comes. It's… Read more »
June 01, 2023
South Africa: BRICS Open to Enlargement in Call for 'Multipolar' World
Russia and China have raised the possibility of BRICS accepting new members. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin's attendance at an August summit remains unclear. Read more »
May 26, 2023
Mali: Germany Extends Mali Military Mission for Last Time
German lawmakers have given the green light for the country's troops to remain in Mali until May 31, 2024, at the latest. The opposition called for a troop withdrawal by the end of… Read more »
May 16, 2023
Africa: African Leaders to Present Peace Plan to Putin and Zelenskyy
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said his Russian and Ukrainian counterparts have agreed to consider an African peace plan to end the war in Ukraine. Read more »
May 12, 2023
South Africa: Govt Summons U.S. Envoy Over Russia Arms Accusation
The US envoy to South Africa accused Pretoria of sending arms to Russia to support its war in Ukraine, saying he's betting "his life" on the accuracy of the allegations. President… Read more »
May 10, 2023
Africa: Migration in Africa - Deportations, Abuse, Violence
Algeria has been deporting African migrants to neighboring Niger for years. Authorities force thousands to cross the border through the desert to Assamaka, where the humanitarian… Read more »
May 06, 2023
Africa: Germany's Scholz Urges More Cooperation During Africa Trip
Wrapping up his trip to Kenya and Ethiopia, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stressed the need for more cooperation, ranging from climate and energy policies to migration of skilled… Read more »
May 04, 2023
South Africa: Calls for UK to Return Royal Diamond to South Africa
A huge diamond mounted in a royal scepter will feature prominently in King Charles III's coronation ceremony this weekend, but some in South Africa say it doesn't belong there. Read more »
East Africa: Germany's Scholz Talks Sudan, Ukraine On East Africa Visit
Olaf Scholz has kicked off his second trip to Africa as chancellor by calling for the African Union to get a permanent seat at the G20. The German chancellor is first stopping in… Read more »
May 03, 2023
West Africa: Germany Flexes Its Soft-Power Muscle in Africa's Sahel
The end of Germany's military mission in Mali is the beginning of a broader development strategy across the Sahel. Improved prospects for people there mean more security for… Read more »
May 02, 2023
East Africa: Sudan Crisis Clouds German Chancellor's Visit to East Africa
During his trip to Ethiopia and Kenya, the German chancellor will focus on reaffirming strategic alliances and calling for a peaceful solution in Sudan. Read more »