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The Middle East conflict is being felt far beyond its borders. In this episode, we examine its ripple effects across Africa, where countries are already bearing the brunt through higher fuel costs, disrupted trade, and intensifying diplomatic strains.
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The Global Civilization Initiative (GCI), introduced in 2023, has become an important pillar of China's vision for global engagement. As China-Africa cooperation continues to expand across sectors, the role of civilizational dialogue is becoming increasingly significant. How is the GCI influencing China-Africa relations? And how does this initiative contribute to a more inclusive global order?
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Ghana's revived anti-LGBTQ+ bill could see offenders jailed for up to three years, while Senegal now imposes sentences of up to ten years for same‑sex relations. What's driving this regional crackdown? Lucy Riley speaks with Angel Maxine—Ghana's first openly transgender musician—and her mother about what it means to raise a transgender child in a deeply conservative society.
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A wave of deadly blasts rocked Maiduguri in northeastern Nigeria after years of relative calm. More than 20 people killed, over 100 injured. Is this a resurgence of jihadist violence, or a warning that the conflict never really ended? Lucy Riley speaks to Malik Samuel, senior researcher at Good Governance Africa-Nigeria and DW's Abiodun Jamiu Sulaiman to figure out what's next for Nigeria.
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In this special episode of China Africa Talk, we bring you the premiere episode of Talk Africa+, a new podcast launched by CGTN Africa. In this episode, we take a closer look at the state of aviation in Africa, examining the key barriers holding the sector back and what it will take for the industry to thrive.
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A new border dispute is erupting as Liberia and Sierra Leone accuse Guinean troops of crossing into their territory to seize land. Guinea denies this, stating its recent military deployments are defensive. Regional leaders are now seeking a diplomatic solution. In this AfricaLink episode, Lucy Riley speaks with Liberian activist Martin Kollie and DW's Evelyne Kpadeh in Monrovia
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With hidden school costs soaring, many Ugandan families are turning to vocational training, as this is cheaper, faster and more directly linked to jobs. But can this shift meet Uganda's Labor market needs — and what will it take to make education more affordable? We speak Jane Kengeya Kayondo, founder of Rounding Up the Edges International (ROUTE), and DW correspondent Frank Yiga in Kampala.
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China and Uganda have enjoyed more than six decades of diplomatic relations, with cooperation spanning various areas including infrastructure, agriculture, education and energy. In an exclusive interview with China Africa Talk, Oliver Wonekha, Uganda's Ambassador to China, shares her insights on the growing Uganda-China partnership, particularly the opportunities emerging from China's development strategies and its expanding opening-up policies reaffirmed at this year's Two Sessions.
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As China pushes forward with high-quality development and new productive forces, what does this mean for Africa's growth and cooperation with China? Charles Onunaiju and Liu Baocheng unpack the opportunities and implications.
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Nigeria's government wants a constitutional amendment allowing each state to run its own police force. Supporters say decentralizing police could reduce crime. But critics warn it could lead to political intimidation. Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with defense and security analyst Larry Imoukhuede and DW's Ben Shemang in Abuja to unpack the potential benefits and risks of having state police.
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Thousands are being flown out of the Middle East as the Iran war escalates, yet many South Africans in Dubai and other hubs remain stranded and want answers from their government.
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A leaked draft of a US–Zambia health deal suggests strict targets and major data‑sharing demands. Critics call the $1B agreement exploitation, while supporters say it brings accountability. What could Zambia lose if talks fail?
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Thirty years after world leaders adopted the Beijing Declaration, women across Africa are increasingly taking on leadership roles in politics, media, business, and culture. But despite these gains, gender inequality remains. Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with DW’s Asumpta Lattus and Amaka Okoye about the progress, barriers that remain and what the next chapter of gender equality could look like.
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China's Two Sessions, the annual meetings of the country's top legislature and top political advisory body, have been garnering global attention. Journalists from across the globe, including many from Africa, have gathered in Beijing to cover the event and examine the global implications of China's policy agenda. African journalists Fortune Abang and Satyen Bhuruth share their perspectives on the lessons and practices that Africa could adapt from this year's gatherings to support its own development priorities.
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As organized crime surges, South Africa is turning to the army for support. But can soldiers succeed where policing has struggled, or is the country risking escalation?
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A new study has detected hormone‑disrupting chemicals in menstrual products sold in South Africa. With links to infertility and other health risks, experts are urging tighter regulation.
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The US-Israel war with Iran is pushing up fuel costs, slowing shipping, and raising security risks across Africa. We break down how the fallout is hitting trade, energy, and stability across the continent.
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Malawi has banned health workers from holding dual roles in public and private facilities, aiming to curb corruption and boost accountability. Doctors say the move could hurt care and plan to challenge it.
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Starting May 1, 2026, China will eliminate tariffs on all imports from the 53 African countries with which it has diplomatic relations, a move expected to accelerate industrialization and economic development across the continent. The policy comes as China enters its 15th Five-Year Plan cycle, a period set to emphasize high-quality growth, stronger domestic demand, and a deeper level of opening-up. What impact will this comprehensive zero-tariff arrangement have on African economies and on broader global trade dynamics?
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Happy Chinese New Year! The annual celebration of Chinese New Year has evolved into a powerful symbol of the deepening ties between China and Africa. As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we explore the symbolic meaning of the horse in both Chinese and African traditions and key themes and milestones lie ahead for China-Africa relations in the new year.
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