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Nigeria
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Rwanda
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Africa Counterterrorism Summit
Zimbabwe
ZIG
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Burkina Faso
Cough Syrup Recall
Nigerian Kidnappings
South Africa
Security Crisis

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.

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Over 2.6 million people live in displacement across northern Nigeria, with schools shuttered, healthcare unavailable, food insecure and dreams deferred. Amid this crisis, the Nigerian government's resettlement plan rose amid cautious hope - to rebuil... more

South Africa has launched the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference and Corruption. Triggered by explosive claims from KwaZulu-Natal police chief Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the probe opened Sept. 17. He alleges police and l... more

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Africa is pushing for a stronger voice at the UN General Assembly. Can the continent secure real influence on the global stage? Security analyst Fidel Owusu Amakye and international relations analyst Michael Kwadwo Nketiah share their insights.

Eight years after Mugabe’s fall, Mnangagwa’s Zimbabwe is haunted by repression, fear, and division. Is the opposition failing, or is the ruling party too ruthless to be challenged?

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Recent Guests

Mwari Ray Jealousy
A key opposition figure and critic of President Mnangagwa
Episode: Eight years after Mugabe, has anything really changed in Zimbabwe?
Nenadi Usman
Acting Chair of the Labour Party, former Finance Minister of Nigeria and a former Senator
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Episode: After 2023, Can Nigeria's Labour deliver in 2027?
Emmanuel Lumala Dombo
Spokesperson for Uganda's ruling party, the National Resistance Movement, and long-time parliamentarian
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Episode: Museveni's rule: Visionary leadership or monarchy in the making?
Wanjiku Joyce Kairu
Founder of the Purity Elderly Care Foundation and one of Africa's leading voices on aging and elder care
Purity Elderly Care Foundation
Episode: Africans are aging rapidly, but there are few resources to support older people
Fidele Amakye Owusu
Security analyst in Ghana providing insights into the security implications of 9/11 for Africa
Episode: What impact did the 9/11 attacks have in Africa?
Zainab Aziz
Journalist with the DW Swahili Department and a victim of the 1998 American Embassy bombing in Kenya
DW
Episode: What impact did the 9/11 attacks have in Africa?
Angel Maxine
Activist, musician, and personality with the LGBT community from Ghana
Episode: Why rights groups condemn Burkina Faso's ban on LGBTQ+
Larissa Kojoue
Human Rights Watch researcher
Human Rights Watch
Episode: Why rights groups condemn Burkina Faso's ban on LGBTQ+
Beverly Ochieng
Senior Associate with the Center for Strategic and International Studies, CSIS
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Episode: Are visas the new battleground between Africa and Europe?

Hosts

Josephine Mahachi
Host of Africa Link
Eddy Micah Jr.
Host of AfricaLink
George Okachi
Co-host of Under the Baobab

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Heavy on anglophone Africa

    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.

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    5
    Bilas Peles
    United States7 months ago
  • Vital link to Africa

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MotowN'Showtown
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners value the podcast for its thorough coverage of African issues that are often underrepresented in global media.
There are sentiments of appreciation for the diverse perspectives shared, especially from African voices, bringing authenticity to the topics discussed.

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#35
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Apple Podcasts
#149
South Africa/News
Apple Podcasts
#231
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Malawi election: Mutharika leads as suspense grows
Q: Were the arrests reported last week related to the elections?
Yes, arrests were linked to alleged attempts to tamper with election materials and incidents of violence.
Malawi election: Mutharika leads as suspense grows
Q: What has caused the delay in announcing the results?
The delay is due to the electoral commission's commitment to verify all votes before announcing results.
Malawi election: Mutharika leads as suspense grows
Q: How would you evaluate the overall conduct of these elections?
These elections were better prepared and executed compared to previous elections.
Malawi election: Mutharika leads as suspense grows
Q: What can you tell us so far about the election results?
Provisional figures show a tight race between the two leading contenders, with Mutharika slightly leading.
Museveni's rule: Visionary leadership or monarchy in the making?
Q: What do they think about another term for President Museveni?
Public sentiment indicates a desire for change, particularly in leadership.

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Focused on Africa's pressing issues, the content spans a wide array of topics, including politics, culture, and social justice. Discussions often tackle critical themes such as terrorism, human rights abuses, governance, public health challenges, and economic developments across various African nations. Notably, the episodes regularly include insights from experts and firsthand accounts, providing listeners with a nuanced understanding of contemporary African affairs. The podcast's unique perspective lies in its commitment to elevating voices from the continent, exploring both the successes and struggles faced by its citizens, which may resonate with those interested in deepening their knowledge of African perspectives and narratives.

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2. Nenadi Usman
3. Emmanuel Lumala Dombo
4. Wanjiku Joyce Kairu
5. Fidele Amakye Owusu
6. Zainab Aziz
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