June 01, 2023
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Outlaws Criticism of Government Ahead of Elections
The "Patriotic Bill" criminalizes comments that damage "the national interest of Zimbabwe." The move comes just months before the next election. Read more »
Senegal: Senegal Sentences Opposition Leader to Two Years in Prison
Government critic Ousmane Sonko was acquitted of rape charges but found guilty of "corrupting youth." His trial has triggered street protests in Senegal. Read more »
May 30, 2023
Uganda: Uproar After Uganda Enacts Anti-Gay Law
Human rights activists are seeking a review of Uganda's anti-homosexuality law signed by President Yoweri Museveni. The law, one of the harshest in the world, has already sent… Read more »
May 29, 2023
Nigeria: Who Is Bola Tinubu, Nigeria's New President?
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has come out victorious in the Nigeria's highly disputed presidential election. Who is this veteran politician and why is he widely regarded as a kingmaker and… Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria - Bola Tinubu Sworn in As President
Known as a political "godfather," Bola Tinubu is taking charge of the government while Nigeria reels under economic distress and insecurity. Read more »
May 23, 2023
Eritrea: Liberator to Oppressor - 30 Years Under Isaias Afwerki
Isaias Afwerki once was hailed as Eritrea's independence hero. But over the past three decades, his policies have pushed the country into isolation, leading to two-thirds of the… Read more »
May 21, 2023
Sudan: Sudan's Warring Factions Agree On 7-Day Cease-Fire
The Sudanese army and Rapid Support Forces paramilitary agreed on a cease-fire commencing on Monday night. It may be extended if both parties agree, but several cease-fires in… Read more »
May 19, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria Tussles With Shell and Eni Over Oil Spill
A new report says the oil giants should foot a $12-billion bill to clean up a spill in Nigeria's Bayelsa state -- but they have denied wrongdoing. Instead, Shell and Eni say… Read more »
May 18, 2023
Ghana: Can John Mahama Return to the Presidency?
John Mahama -- who served as Ghana's president between 2013-2017 -- is running for the top job in 2024. His longtime rival, Nana Akufo-Addo, won't contest next year's vote, which… Read more »
May 15, 2023
Tunisia: Court Jails Opposition Leader Ghannouchi for One Year
Rached Ghannouchi, the former parliament speaker, had appeared in court on charges of plotting against state security. He is among more than 20 opposition figures arrested since… Read more »
May 12, 2023
Guinea: Opposition Demands a Return to Civilian Rule
Guinea's opposition has also called for a investigation into this week's killing of seven protesters and accused security forces of using excessive force. It wants the military… Read more »
May 09, 2023
Zimbabwe: Top Court Rejects Bid to Delay Elections
The opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) party wanted a delimitation report declared invalid in a bid to delay elections until new voting boundaries had been reviewed. 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 »
Sudan: Warring Factions to Begin Peace Talks
After three weeks of fighting, envoys of Sudan's rival generals are set to begin "pre-negotiation talks" on Saturday. Meanwhile, aid shipments have started arriving. DW has the… Read more »
May 04, 2023
East Africa: Germany's Scholz Kicks Off East Africa Visit in Ethiopia
Olaf Scholz's second trip to Africa as chancellor will focus on East Africa, a region that has witnessed recent violence in Sudan. Read more »
April 29, 2023
Sudan: Fighting Rages On As Foreign Evacuations From Sudan Slow
The warring parties continue to face off in the capital for a third week despite the latest patchy cease-fire. Meanwhile, the UN's Special Rep said both parties nominated… Read more »
April 26, 2023
Sudan: Sudan Updates - Germany Retroactively Approves Evacuations
The German parliament has given its approval to the emergency evacuation operation in Sudan. Meanwhile, civilians from over 50 countries have arrived in Saudi Arabia. DW has the… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan Crisis - Ethiopia Seeking Peace Talks
Sudan's neighbors are working to prevent an escalation of fighting in the region. Ethiopia is mediating through the AU and IGAD, but experts say the neighbor in the Horn of Africa… Read more »
April 17, 2023
Sudan: Military and Militia Driven By Hunger for Power - Analysts
The current clashes are emblematic of Sudan's difficult national and international situation, as well as the helplessness of its civil society. Read more »
April 16, 2023
Sudan: Unpacking Sudan Clashes - Who Is Who and How Did We Get Here?
Sudan's latest attempted coup has taken the world by storm this weekend. However, observers argue tensions have been brewing for a while, with the rift between its top military… Read more »
Sudan: Dozens Killed As Khartoum Fighting Spreads
A battle for control between rival forces in Sudan has turned deadly and sparked international alarm. Hundreds have been wounded in the fighting between the military and a… Read more »
April 15, 2023
Sudan: Several Killed As Army Battles Paramilitary in Khartoum
Fighting has broken out in Khartoum between the Sudanese army and the powerful RSF paramilitary group that claims to have taken control of the presidential palace and the… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan's Army Clashes With RSF Paramilitary - Reports
The Rapid Support Forces paramilitary and the Sudanese military exchanged accusations of attacks. Tensions in Sudan have been on the rise between the country's military leader and… Read more »
April 12, 2023
Ethiopia: Calm Returns to Amhara Region After Days of Protests - For Now
Days of protests across Amhara turned violent, triggering a curfew to foil a potential security crisis. A relative state of calm has been observed in the last 24 hours - but will… 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 »