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DW AfricaLink is a daily podcast from Deutsche Welle covering news, politics, culture, and more across Africa. Episodes address topics such as health, freedom of expression, finance, tolerance, and environmental protection. The show aims to inform and engage listeners with in-depth reporting and analysis.
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Has Africa made English a measure of intelligence? 07.10.2026 25минGhana's multilingual first lady faced an intense backlash on social media over her spoken English recently. Is the ability to master a former colonial language evidence of intelligence or fitness for public life? -
Ethiopia's conflict in Tigray: What cards does Abiy Ahmed still have? 06.10.2026 25минFour years after a civil war in Tigray, fighting is back. This time, former enemies are joining forces against Abiy Ahmed. Eddy Micah Jr. speaks with Patricia Rodrigues from Control Risks and DW's Negash Mohammed. -
Dangote refineries: Pan-African progress or monopoly power? 05.10.2026 26минAliko Dangote is reshaping Africa's energy map. Do the investments of the continent's richest businessman amount to progress for Africa or monopoly power? -
South Sudan: Will elections actually happen? 01.10.2026 25минSouth Sudan is due to hold elections in December, but critics say political decisions favoring the ruling party are raising questions on whether the opposition can even compete. -
Is Africa ready for a humanoid robot revolution? 30.09.2026 26минA humanoid robot named Walker E, or "Mutembei," appeared on Kenyan TV recently. Universities, schools and labs around Africa are delving into the technology that raises some deep questions. -
South Africa: Are weight-loss drugs safe? 29.09.2026 25минWeight-loss drugs are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa — especially the counterfeit ones. What's driving the demand, and how safe are these drugs? -
Tanzania: Can international recognition save opposition leader Tundu Lissu? 28.09.2026 25минThe treason trial of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu is in its final stages. He could face the death penalty if convicted. Lissu has been nominated for the European Union's Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought. -
What's in the new US-Kenya rare earths deal? 24.09.2026 25минThe US plans to support development of Kenya's rare earth and niobium industries at Mrima Hill. Could the deal boost jobs and growth, or deepen Kenya's dependence on foreign partners? -
Africa's push for a permanent UN Security Council seat 23.09.2026 26минAfrican leaders at the UN General Assembly demand permanent seats on the Security Council — deciding war, peace and sanctions. How realistic is reform, and what stands in the way? -
South Africa killings reignite femicide fears 22.09.2026 24минNine women have been found dead in Johannesburg in under two months, reigniting concerns about femicide and violence against women and girls in South Africa. -
Nigeria's 2027 election: Where do young voters stand? 21.09.2026 25минYouth voters helped shape Nigeria's 2023 election. With inflation, unemployment and migration reshaping priorities, are young Nigerians still engaged ahead of the 2027 vote? -
Nigeria pushes to decriminalize attempted suicide 17.09.2026 26минNigeria is facing growing calls to decriminalize attempted suicide. What would that change mean for vulnerable people and the mental health system? -
Is Malawi taking a gamble with its fragile health system? 16.09.2026 25минMalawi's plan to send 500 nurses to Israel has sparked debate. Supporters say it's a chance for unemployed nurses to earn and upskill, but critics warn it could cripple the country's health system. -
Lesotho: Are free speech and free media really under attack? 15.09.2026 24минAre journliasts in Lesotho safe? Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks to Lerato Matheka, Managing Editor at Newsday, about wthe alleged attack on journalist Kananelo Boloetse and what this means for press freedom in Lesotho. -
Kenya's foreign trader crackdown: What is driving the policy? 14.09.2026 25минHow can Kenya protect local businesses while keeping the region open for trade and movement? Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena discusses these developments with economist Sheila Olang and DW reporter Lucy Riley in Nairobi. -
Can children in Cameroon's conflict zones return to school? 10.09.2026 23минThe long-running Anglophone crisis in Cameroon is still keeping many children out of school. What does it mean for their future? -
Can a new map change how the world sees Africa? 09.09.2026 25минA new UN resolution calls for the use of maps that don't diminish Africa's size. What will that mean for perceptions of the continent? -
How kidnappings in Nigeria bankroll global terrorism 08.09.2026 25минKidnapping has become a growing business in Nigeria, with thousands abducted for ransom. Lucy Riley speaks to SBM analyst David Olujinmi and DW's Olise Chukwumah about how Nigeria's kidnapping economy funds terrorism. -
Why did Ghana ban raw gold exports? 07.09.2026 25минAfrica's largest gold producer, wants to refine locally. What could this mean for its economy? -
Can Zambia's Hichilema unite a divided nation? 03.09.2026 25минZambian President Hakainde Hichilema begins a second term after a disputed election. With economic hardship and a weakened opposition, can he bridge deep divisions and unite Zambia?
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