November 27, 2022
Central Africa: Dozens of Burundi Rebels Killed in Eastern DR Congo
The Democratic Republic of Congo and Burundi said they dislodged the Burundian rebels from the town of Nabombi. Meanwhile, a cease-fire between with a separate rebel group, M23,… Read more »
Equatorial Guinea: President Obiang Wins Sixth Term as Equatorial Guinea's President
Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo was re-elected president of Equatorial Guinea for his sixth term with 95% of the vote. Read more »
November 26, 2022
Cote d'Ivoire: Former Militia Leader Ble Goude Returns After Years in Exile
The former youth minister and accused militia leader returned to Ivory Coast after years in exile. He was acquitted of crimes against humanity at the ICC over his role in deadly… Read more »
Africa: Chancellor Scholz Praises African Science
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has praised the work of virologist Sikhulile Moyo and bioinformatics scientist Tulio de Oliveira. The COVID-19 researchers are the 2022 recipients of… Read more »
November 25, 2022
Ethiopia: Tigray After the Peace Deal
The capital of Tigray is in economic ruin and residents are plagued by hunger and disease. The recent peace deal signed by the federal government and Tigray rebels has brought hope… Read more »
November 24, 2022
Angola: Ex-President's Daughter Says She is 'Not Hiding' - Interview
The billionaire daughter of Angola's ex-president is now the subject of an international arrest warrant for alleged corruption. In an interview with DW, Isabel dos Santos denied… Read more »
November 23, 2022
Namibia: Statue of German Colonial Ruler Removed to Windhoek Museum
A statue of German colonial official, Curt von Francois, was moved from its pedestal in Namibia's capital Windhoek to a museum after activists criticized it as a symbol of… Read more »
Mali: Junta Unfazed By Pull-Out of German Troops
Mali's military junta acted unconcerned by the announced withdrawal of German troops from the country. But civil society is worried about yet another ally abandoning military aid… Read more »
Nigeria: Hopes to Keep Elections Violence-Free Dwindle
Fears of violence are surging ahead of Nigeria's 2023 general elections. Widespread insecurity as well as economic and environmental challenges represent a threat to the upcoming… Read more »
November 22, 2022
Mali: Germany to Withdraw Troops From Mali By 2024
Disputes with Mali's ruling military junta and the arrival of Russian mercenaries have cast doubt over the future of the German mission to the West African country. Read more »
Somalia: Food Crisis Is Claiming Young Lives
(AllAfrica note: This story contains images some may find disturbing.) Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: DRC - Way to Peace Fraught With Strife
In the wake of renewed attacks by rebels in the eastern Congo, regional organizations and neighboring states are doubling down on efforts to solve the conflict. But peace remains… Read more »
November 21, 2022
South Africa: German Firm Faces Payback Bill in South Africa
Previous lucrative deals clinched by German software giant SAP in South Africa have returned to haunt the company. A proposal by a graft investigating agency could see SAP forced… Read more »
Mali: German Priest Missing in Mali
Father Hans-Joachim Lohre was preparing to celebrate Mass in another part of Bamako when he disappeared. His car was found near an institute where he was teaching. Read more »
November 20, 2022
Africa: Use Rich Polluters' Money for African Agriculture
African leaders said they would try to alleviate cyclic food insecurity on the continent back in 2003. It's time they got on with it, and they can use Western money to do so,… Read more »
November 18, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: Humanitarian Crisis Worsens in DR Congo Ahead of Peace Talks
Thousands more flee their homes in eastern DRC amid fighting between M23 rebels and government forces. Locals don't believe new talks in Kenya will bring peace. Read more »
Sudan: Nation's Difficult Path to Democratic Transition
Sudanese protesters have been calling for the removal of a German diplomat from the UN mission to the country. Despite the fractious nature of post-dictatorship politics, there are… Read more »
November 17, 2022
Africa: Russia Pushes Military Diplomacy in Africa Amid Ukraine War
Troop training, arms sales and mercenaries are the pillars of Russia's security support in Africa. But analysts say the war in Ukraine has exposed the risks to African nations of… Read more »
Mali: Germany Deliberates Pulling Out of UN's Mali Mission
Germany is deciding whether to completely pull out of the UN's MINUSMA peacekeeping mission in Mali. This comes after Britain and Ivory Coast said they would withdraw their troops. Read more »
November 16, 2022
Africa: Experts Blame Climate Change for Floods in West Africa
An international team of scientists believe severe flooding in Nigeria and surrounds was considerably worsened by climate change and believe the trend could continue. Read more »
Africa: Use of Death Penalty Declines in Africa
As the World Congress Against the Death Penalty is underway in Berlin, many African countries are witnessing a fall in the number of state executions. Read more »
Africa: EU Pledges Funding for African Adaptation, Resilience at COP27
The EU has announced a new fund designed to help African countries, but developing countries were hoping for the creation of a broader fund to compensate those already affected by… Read more »
November 15, 2022
Ethiopia: Tigray Starts to Receive Desperately Needed Aid
The first aid consignments have started to trickle into Tigray. The deliveries come just days after Ethiopia's government and Tigrayan fighters agreed to allow aid into the region. Read more »
Nigeria: 50 Cent Must Cast a Nigerian in Hushpuppi Series
American rapper and film producer 50 Cent has revealed he will produce a movie series on jailed Nigerian fraudster, Hushpuppi. DW's Tobore Ovuorie writes that the role must go to a… Read more »
November 14, 2022
Egypt: Hunger Striking Activist 'Alive', Family Says
Alaa Abdel-Fattah is still alive eight days after refusing to drink water in protest at his imprisonment. The activist's sister confirmed the receipt of a letter from him in his… Read more »