
DW AfricaLink is packed with news, politics, culture and more — every weekday. From combating health issues and freedom of expression to finances, tolerance and environmental protection, we have it covered.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 138 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNews | |||

South Africa recently signed a framework economic partnership agreement with Beijing. It comes as the US renewed AGOA for just one more year. Will South Africa stick with Washington or move toward China's expanding market? Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena spe... more
Nigeria faces one of its most turbulent security periods in recent years. From extremist violence to mass abductions and the killing of nearly 170 people in Kwara state, the country is struggling to contain a crisis that keeps worsening. Adwoa Tenkor... more
Zimbabwe has recorded single-digit inflation for the first time since the late 1980s, with official figures showing a drop to 4.1% in January 2026. Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with economist Happiness Zengeni and DW's correspondent Privilege Musva... more
US President Donald Trump's warning of Christian persecution in Nigeria has drawn strong criticism. Nigerians say his narrative distorts a conflict that affects both Christians and Muslims.
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African news doesn’t make it much to European newscasts, so this is a welcome addition. The news seems well researched and is well presented, as one would expect from Deutsche Welle. It does seem a bit heavy on anglophone Africa and weak on reporting from francophone and lusophone countries though.
Although an American with no apparent connection to African politics & culture..this DW podcast presents a window into the African continent. Now retired & living in the Philippines..I’m sitting on my front porch surrounded by jungle..and my friends from Africa keep me close to their challenges & dreams. We share a human heartbeat. Subscribe to this podcast & learn.
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This podcast offers a comprehensive look at issues shaping the African continent, spanning topics such as health, politics, gender rights, and environmental concerns. It often features insightful conversations about pressing matters like the rising violence against women, the fight against HIV/AIDS, and the urgent need for reforms in various sectors, including healthcare and education. Through expert guests and on-the-ground analyses, the series provides both critical information and multiple perspectives on significant social issues impacting African communities, thus creating a platform for awareness and change. Unique in its commitment to addressing both successes and ongoing challenges, this podcast serves as an important resource for a... more
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Recent guests on DW AfricaLink include:
1. Dr. Christopher Fomunyo
2. Olisa Chukwumah
3. Mustapha Sonko
4. Aminata Sanyang
5. Dr. John Osae Kwapong
6. Taiwo Oyedele
7. Dr. Maryam Atemba
8. Bobby Wine
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