April 18, 2023
Africa: What Role Do European Volunteers Play in Africa?
European volunteers pay vast sums of money to organizations that claim to fight poverty in Africa. But, instead of doing good for the community, some reinforce stereotypes. Read more »
April 12, 2023
West Africa: German Ministers Visit Niger, Mali As Military Focus Changes
Germany's defense and development ministers are in the Sahel region to assess the security situation. Their visit comes as Germany plans to withdraw peacekeeping troops from Mali… Read more »
April 11, 2023
Africa: Italy Declares State of Emergency Over Migrants Trying to Cross Mediterranean
After a surge in the number of migrants crossing the Mediterranean, Italy declared a six-month state of emergency. The country admitted it wouldn't solve the problem but said it… Read more »
Chad: Germany Expels Chad's Ambassador in Tit-for-Tat Response
Berlin has ordered Chad's ambassador to leave Germany within 48 hours, following a similar demand from Chad's military government last week. "We regret that it had to come to… Read more »
Africa: Germany Taps Into Africa's IT Sector to Fill Labour Gap
German companies are training young Africans to become IT experts, also for the German market. The plan hopes to reduce the shortage of skilled workers in Germany and give Africans… Read more »
April 08, 2023
Chad: Chad Expels German Ambassador Over 'Impolite' Attitude
In a terse, short statement, Chad's Communication Ministry gave the German ambassador 48 hours to leave the country. Read more »
April 05, 2023
Africa: New Study Identifies Source of Brass Used to Make Benin Bronzes
Many of the famous Benin Bronzes pillaged by British colonial officers in 1897 are made of brass manillas from the German Rhineland, new research shows. Read more »
March 28, 2023
Kenya: Ruto Urges End to War in Ukraine
The Kenyan leader is on a visit to Germany and he called on China to encourage Putin to end the war in Urkaine. He also downplayed the anti-government protests rocking the East… Read more »
March 23, 2023
Namibia: Germany Stands By Genocide Deal Despite Court Case
The Nama and Herero have asked Namibia's highest court to stop a planned genocide 'reconciliation' deal between Namibia and Germany. A decision is pending but Germany appears set… Read more »
March 22, 2023
Tanzania: Clarifying German Colonial-Era Atrocities in Tanzania
The process of coming to terms with German colonial-era crimes in Tanzania is intended to strengthen relations. The two countries are also in talks on reparations. Read more »
March 15, 2023
Rwanda: Explaining the West's Love Affair With Rwanda
Enforced disappearances, no political opposition and a longtime president who tolerates no dissent. So why are Western democracies so bent on doing business with Rwanda? Read more »
March 07, 2023
Africa: How Can Germany's Feminist Policies Benefit Africa?
Germany wants to empower women and girls worldwide with new feminist foreign and development policy strategies. The need in Africa is great, but major discussions loom. Read more »
February 27, 2023
Egypt: Syria Earthquake - Egypt's Top Diplomat Visits Damascus
Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry's visit comes after a deadly earthquake rocked Syria, killing thousands. Damascus has been politically isolated in the region since the start of the… Read more »
February 24, 2023
South Africa: Anti-Money Laundering Group Adds South African Nigeria to Grey List, Suspends Russia
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has also added South Africa and Nigeria to its "grey list," a move that can be devastating to a nation's economy. Read more »
February 25, 2023
Africa: EU Sanctions Russian Wagner Group for African Operations
Among the EU's latest package of Russian sanctions, members of the Wagner Group mercenary company were included for alleged crimes committed in Africa. The group's exact African… Read more »
February 24, 2023
Africa: African Countries Among Abstentions in UN Vote on Ending Ukraine War
On the eve of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, roughly three-quarters of UN member states endorsed a resolution calling for "just and lasting" peace. China and India were among the… Read more »
February 22, 2023
South Africa: Russia Rules Out Hypersonic Missile Launch Off South Africa
A Russian ship loaded with hypersonic missiles will take part in joint naval drills with China off South Africa's eastern coast this week. But a Russian commander denied there were… Read more »
Africa: Germany's Migration Reforms Aim to Make Things Easier for African Workers
Germany needs skilled labor and considers Africa a place from which to recruit. But that requires reforming its migration law to make it fair and favorable for Germany, as well as… Read more »
February 21, 2023
Nigeria: Why Is Germany Closely Following Nigeria's Election?
Nigerians are angry about their country's economic woes and violent conflicts -- perhaps not the best environment in which to hold a smooth election. But the result will impact the… Read more »
February 16, 2023
South Africa: Russia-China Naval Exercises Strain Ties With West
Pretoria's Western allies are unhappy about South Africa hosting upcoming joint naval exercises with Russia and China. Historical ties between Moscow and the ruling ANC may explain… Read more »
February 07, 2023
Cote d'Ivoire: Angela Merkel Receives UNESCO Peace Prize in Ivory Coast
For her 'open door' refugee policy in 2015, the former German chancellor was awarded the Felix Houphouet-Boigny UNESCO Peace Prize in Ivory Coast's capital Yamoussoukro. Read more »
February 08, 2023
Mali: Russia Vows to Boost Military Cooperation With Mali
While on a trip to Mali, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced more military support for the Malian military junta. Moscow says it will assist Mali in its bid to defeat… Read more »
February 07, 2023
Cote d'Ivoire: UNESCO Honours Angela Merkel With Peace Prize
For her 'open door' refugee policy in 2015, the former German chancellor will be awarded the Felix Houphouet-Boigny UNESCO Peace Prize in Ivory Coast. Read more »
January 30, 2023
Africa: How Germany's Ban On Harmful Pesticides Could Impact Continent
The German government wants to ban the export of pesticides no longer approved in the European Union. But manufacturers and distributors with their sights set on Africa as a… Read more »
January 29, 2023
Libya: Italy Inks Gas Deals With Libya's Contested Government
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has signed a gas deal worth billions on a visit to Libya. The plan is for Italian and Libyan energy giants to jointly develop two offshore gas… Read more »