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 »
April 25, 2023
Sudan: Nigeria Struggles to Evacuate Students in Sudan
Several African countries are evacuating their citizens from Sudan, but Nigerian authorities say they are finding it difficult to get their 5,500 nationals -- mostly students --… Read more »
April 24, 2023
Senegal: Women Risk Health and Safety to Find Gold in Senegal
Bantako, a small Senegalese village, discovered gold in 2008. Many women travel from neighboring countries to work there, but often find themselves victims of sexual exploitation… Read more »
April 21, 2023
Africa: Africa Strives to Revamp Its Universities
Many of Africa's higher education institutions were established by colonial governments to meet the labor needs of the time. Now many universities on the continent want to prepare… 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 14, 2023
Nigeria: Nigerian Army Denies Forced Abortion Allegations in Probe
The Nigerian army says an alleged secret abortion program for women rescued from Boko Haram never took place. However, human rights groups insist a thorough probe into the claims… Read more »
April 13, 2023
Nigeria: Staying Out of School to Avoid Kidnappings
In northern Nigeria, hundreds of children have been abducted from school in recent years. No longer wanting to take risks, many parents have stopped sending their children to… Read more »
Ghana: Ghana First to Approve Oxford Malaria Vaccine
An Oxford University malaria vaccine has been approved for use in Ghana. The African country is ramping up efforts to combat the mosquito-borne disease that kills a child every… 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 08, 2023
Burkina Faso: Burkina Faso - Dozens Dead in Suspected Terrorist Attack
Officials have decried the "despicable and barbaric attack," but did not immediately say who was behind it. The West African country has been fighting militants linked to al-Qaida… Read more »
April 06, 2023
Senegal: Macky Sall Mum On 3rd Term Candidacy
Senegalese opposition parties want President Macky Sall to rule out running for a third term in office. As Senegal celebrates 63 years of independence, tensions between Sall and… Read more »
April 05, 2023
Nigeria: Nigeria's Central Bank Battles to Limit Cash-Crunch Fallout
As Nigeria's Central Bank tries to rebuild trust following a disastrous introduction of new naira bills, customers' faith in the financial system is being tested, as many still… Read more »
April 02, 2023
Burkina Faso: Authorities Expel Two French Journalists
The French dailies Liberation and Le Monde said authorities did not give a reason for the expulsion. Relations between Paris and Ouagadougou have been strained since two military… Read more »
March 30, 2023
Senegal: Opposition Leader Gets Suspended Sentence for Libel
The libel trial and another separate case against Ousmane Sonko have spurred violent protests nationwide. Sonko was given a suspended prison sentence and a fine for libel of a… Read more »
March 27, 2023
Burkina Faso: Junta Suspends French Broadcaster Over Interview With Al-Qaeda Leader
The country's ruling accused the French broadcaster of "acting as a mouthpiece" for an al-Qaeda affiliated group. France 24 has denied the allegation and condemned the move. 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 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 16, 2023
Senegal: Supporters of Opposition Leader Protest Trial
Supporters say charges against Ousmane Sonko are the latest attempt by the government to curb his political ambitions, including his likely 2024 presidential bid. Read more »
March 06, 2023
Mauritania: Mauritania - Four Jihadists Escape After Jail Break
Authorities are searching for a group of "terrorists" who escaped prison. Mauritania has largely been unscathed by the Islamist terrorism that has affected its neighbors in the… Read more »
March 01, 2023
Nigeria: Election Results Leave Country More Divided
Bola Tinubu has the difficult task of uniting the West African nation, as the results of the election highlight how sharply divided citizens are along religious and ethnic lines. Read more »
March 02, 2023
Burkina Faso: Film Festival Fosters Hope in Violence-Torn Burkina Faso
As conflict and violence spread across the Sahel, Africa's biggest film festival, hosted in Burkina Faso, promotes fellowship in times of crisis. Read more »
March 01, 2023
Nigeria: Who Is Nigeria's President-Elect Bola Tinubu?
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has come out victorious in the Nigeria's highly disputed presidential election. Who is this veteran political and why is he widely regarded as a kingmaker and… Read more »
Nigeria: Tinubu Offers a Glimmer of Hope for Nigeria
Surprises were the order of the day in Nigeria's latest election -- both in conduct and outcome. DW's Abdullahi Tanko Bala believes Nigerians have reason to be hopeful as a new… Read more »
February 27, 2023
Nigeria: Country Waits for Election Results As Complaints Mount
Though the final election results are not yet out, some of Nigeria's political parties are already crying foul. Irregularities marred the "peaceful" voting, leading to frustration… 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 »