Nigeria: Nicki Minaj Claims Christians Persecuted in Nigeria at UN

The world famous rapper praised US President Donald Trump's position on the alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Minaj's provocative style previously resulted in criticism… Read more »

Africa: African Activists Rally and Challenge COP30 Agenda

Away from COP30's official talks, African activists in Belem, Brazil, joined the People's Summit to expose climate injustices and push for reparations. DW spoke to some of the… Read more »

Tanzania: President Promises Inquiry Into Election Violence

President Samia Suluhu Hassan used her first parliamentary address since reelection to announce an inquiry into electoral violence, call for the release of protesters and emphasize… Read more »

Africa: How AI is Reshaping Education Across Africa

Across Africa, schools face outdated curricula and skills gaps. Experts say AI could transform learning and create new opportunities for African youth. DW looks at how African… Read more »

Algeria: Algeria Pardons Writer Boualem Sansal After German Appeal

Following an appeal by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Algeria has agreed to pardon the French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal on humanitarian grounds. The novelist… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Teams Up with U.S. and UK to Investigate Cocaine Haul

The drugs found in a container at a port in Lagos is one of the largest drug seizures in Nigeria's history. Read more »

Africa: COP30 - African Youth Push for Climate Justice

Young African activists at COP30 in Brazil are calling for climate funding, political inclusion, and justice for communities hit hardest by the climate crisis. Read more »

Sudan: UN Welcomes Aid Supply Talks with Sudan Army

Tom Fletcher, the UN's top humanitarian official, is visiting Port Sudan, the de facto capital of Sudan. Meanwhile, a UN official told DW "dismal" international aid donations were… Read more »

Nigeria: Nigeria Delays Opening of New Art Museum After Protests

The contested Museum of West African Arts in Benin City has postponed its preview week after protesters stormed a museum event. Read more »

Tunisia: Amnesty Flags 'Horrific' Abuses Against Migrants

A new report by Amnesty International details human rights abuses against migrants in Tunisia including sexual violence and torture. The rights group has called on the EU to… Read more »

West Africa: Can Coastal West Africa Push Back Sahel Terrorists?

A surge in terror attacks along Africa's west coast has prompted some countries to beef up their border security. Analysts say they need to coordinate more with the landlocked… Read more »

Sudan: RSF Agrees to Humanitarian Ceasefire

The Rapid Support Forces said they had to agreed to enter into a humanitarian truce proposed by the US, Egypt, UAE and Saudi Arabia. Read more »

Egypt: Nefertiti Bust Should Be Returned to Egypt, Historians Say

The opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum comes with renewed calls for the restitution of the famous Nefertiti bust, which has been in Berlin since 1913. Read more »

Somalia: Pirates Board Fuel Tanker, Crew Reported Safe

Pirates boarded the Hellas Aphrodite, a Malta-flagged vessel carrying gasoline, as it was headed from India to South Africa. The EU's naval force said one of its vessels was near… Read more »

Tanzania: Tanzania's Instability Could Harm Trade in Southern Africa

The political unrest in Tanzania could potentially disrupt key trade routes and the landlocked economies in southern Africa that rely heavily on the East African country's ports… Read more »

Zimbabwe: 'Miracle' HIV Shot Rollout in Zimbabwe Sparks Debate

Zimbabwe is among 10 nations rolling out lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention shot. Experts call it a breakthrough but locals question its cost, safety and accessibility. Read more »

Madagascar: Madagascar's Coup Leader Sworn In As President

Colonel Michael Randrianirina has been sworn in after the military took power in the island nation this week following youth-led protests Read more »

Madagascar: Madagascar Protests - Army Takes Charge After President Flees

"We have taken the power," Colonel Michael Randrianirina said in a national broadcast. President Rajoelina had fled the country after protests escalated over the weekend. Read more »

South Africa: Will South Africa Decriminalize Sex Work?

South Africa could become the first African country to decriminalize sex work, a move that proponents say will protect marginalized groups from violence and severe health risks.… Read more »

Cameroon: The Woman Daring to End Cameroon President's 43-Year Rule

Tomaino Ndam Njoya, an experienced parliamentarian with international credibility, is confident she can achieve what many failed to do over the past four decades: Unseat President… Read more »

Sudan: Darfur Militia Leader Convicted by ICC for War Crimes

For the first time, the ICC has found a militia leader guilty of war crimes committed in Sudan's Darfur region more than 20 years ago. Read more »

South Africa: 'Operation Dudula' Hunts Down Illegal Migrants

The South African anti-immigration movement Operation Dudula has opened a new front in its crackdown on foreigners. Experts believe that socio-economic disparities and ensuing… Read more »

Egypt: Egypt Opens One of the Valley of the Kings' Largest Tombs

The tomb of Amenhotep III has been opened to the public after undergoing 20 years of renovation with support from the Japanese government and UNESCO. Read more »

Africa: Are Volkswagen's EVs Made with African Conflict Minerals?

The German carmaker requires substantial amounts of minerals for its transition to electric vehicles. But new research by DW shows that some of Africa's most notorious smelters are… Read more »

Morocco: Gen Z Protests Turn Violent, Two Killed

Young people in Morocco are frustrated with social inequalities and demanding better education and health care. Read more »