April 27, 2023
Sudan: Sudan Updates - China, France Fly and Ferry More People Out
Beijing said it deployed its navy to rescue Chinese citizens, and Paris said it was evacuating more foreign nationals. Meanwhile, the UK warned such missions could be halted after… Read more »
April 24, 2023
Sudan: U.S.Secretary of State Announces Three-Day Ceasefire
Sudan's warring parties have agreed to a 72-hour ceasefire after US mediations, Blinken has said. Meanwhile, countries continue to evacuate their citizens, amid rising fear for… Read more »
April 23, 2023
Sudan: German Forces Launch Evacuation Operation
German Bundeswehr troops have begun evacuating embassy staff as Sweden plans to send its own forces to support evacuation. Meanwhile, the pope has called for an end to the… Read more »
Sudan: West Evacautes Citizens From War-Torn Khartoum
US troops have begun evacuating embassy staff as Sweden plans to send its own forces to support evacuation. Meanwhile, the pope has called for an end to the violence. Read more »
April 22, 2023
Mali: Russians Attacked In Central Mali Military Base
The targeted base housed Russian troops, believed to be of the Wagner mercenary group. Over 60 were also injured in the attack. Read more »
April 19, 2023
Africa: Rwanda's Kagame Defends Russia's Presence on the Continent
While visiting West Africa, Rwandan President Paul Kagame said that Russia had the right to be anywhere in Africa -- as much as any other country. He also accused the West of… Read more »
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 »
April 01, 2023
Africa: U.S. V-P Kamala Harris Announces Private Sector Climate Fund for Africa
In addition to private investment totaling some $7 billion, US Vice President Kamala Harris announced that Washington would provide federal investment to boost access to climate… Read more »
March 30, 2023
Rwanda: Paul Rusesabagina, Who Inspired Hotel Rwanda Film, Arrives in U.S.
Paul Rusesabagina, whose efforts to save people during the 1994 genocide inspired the Hollywood film "Hotel Rwanda," has arrived in the US following his release from a Rwandan… 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 26, 2023
Africa: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris Kicks Off Africa Trip
Vice President Kamala Harris arrived to cheers in the Ghanaian capital on Sunday, the first leg in her weeklong trip to the continent aimed at deepening US ties. 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 17, 2023
West Africa: U.S. Announces Aid for Sahel Amid Russia Expansion
Niger, one of the world's poorest nations, has resisted a recent spate of coups and inroads by Russian mercenaries seen in neighboring countries and is set to benefit from millions… 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 11, 2023
Tunisia: Saied to Restore Diplomatic Relations With Syria
Tunisia severed ties with Syria during the Arab Spring to protest the Assad government's brutal crackdown against the opposition. President Kais Saied has now vowed to reverse this… Read more »
March 10, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Seeks to Block UN Probe Into Tigray Massacres
As Ethiopian courts support a motion to cut short a United Nations-mandated inquiry into atrocities committed during the Tigray war, observers fear the move could widen the divide… 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 »
March 04, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: EU to Set Up Air Bridge to Fly Aid to DR Congo
The European Union says it will soon deliver aid to people in need in the Democratic Republic of Congo's conflict-stricken North Kivu province. Read more »