DW AfricaLink

DW
  • 4.5 (2)
  • POLITICS
  • UPDATED DAILY
DW AfricaLink Podcast

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.

  1. Why is Egypt boosting military ties with Somalia?

    1 DAY AGO

    Why is Egypt boosting military ties with Somalia?

    Ethiopia is getting worried over Egypt boosting military ties with Somalia. What are the implications of Egypt drawing closer to Somalia? Why does it bother Ethiopia that much, and how can tensions be reduced? That’s what DW's Eddy Micah Jr. will be exploring on this podcast episode.

    27 min
  2. A watershed moment in China-Africa trade?

    2 DAYS AGO

    A watershed moment in China-Africa trade?

    Some 50 African leaders attended the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Beijing where China promised over $50 billion in funding for loans, infrastructure and renewable energy projects. China is Africa's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade hitting $167.8 billion in the first half of 2024. Cai Nebe talks to China-Africa analyst Ovigwe Eguegu and reporter Cui Mu.

    26 min
  3. Can Nigeria win the fight against fake university degrees?

    3 DAYS AGO

    Can Nigeria win the fight against fake university degrees?

    Nigeria has launched a vigorous campaign against fake university degrees. The government says it will not recognize degree qualifications obtained from some African countries and banned 18 foreign universities. Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Chris Maiyaki of Nigeria National Universities Commission, Richmond Acheampong, a media studies lecturer in Ghana, and DW correspondent Ben Shemang in Abuja.

    30 min
  4. What role can African creatives play to promote democracy?

    4 DAYS AGO

    What role can African creatives play to promote democracy?

    A new study by Afrobarometer found that popular support for democracy has declined sharply. What role can the continent's creatives play in reversing this trend? Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Dr. Kojo Pumpuni Asante, Director of Policy and Partnerships at the Centre for Democratic Development in Ghana, DW correspondent Olisa Chukwumah in Nigeria and Killa Ace, a former exiled Gambian musician.

    27 min
  5. Reducing Tanzania's high sexual assault caseload

    5 DAYS AGO

    Reducing Tanzania's high sexual assault caseload

    A viral video showing five men allegedly sexually assaulting a young woman sparked public outrage in Tanzania. Activists are highlighting the country's sexual assault crisis and are urging the government to protect women and children. Eddy Micah discusses this with Dr. Anna-Henga from Tanzania's Legal and Human Rights Centre, DW correspondent Naomi Achieng, and ActionAid Liberia's Norwu Harris.

    27 min
  6. Why do many Africans neglect writing a will?

    SEP 6

    Why do many Africans neglect writing a will?

    A staggering 85% of South Africans die without a will, a reality mirrored across much of Africa. In a continent where traditions and modernity collide, how can Africans secure their legacies? Join Eddy Micah Jr. as he delves into this pressing issue with legal expert Kananelo Mukenge, DW correspondent Nontokozo Mchunu in South Africa, and public policy expert Peter Bismark Kwofie in Ghana.

    26 min
  7. AfD election win: Should Africans in Germany be worried?

    SEP 5

    AfD election win: Should Africans in Germany be worried?

    Many immigrants to Germany are worried about the rise of the anti-immigrant AfD party, which recently won the state election in Thuringia. This is the first far-right victory in Germany since World War II. Should Africans in Thuringia be concerned? Eddy Micah Jr. discusses with experts Elizabeth Horleman, Jakkie Cilliers and DW's Michaela Küffner.

    27 min
  8. Why is fake medicine common in Africa?

    SEP 4

    Why is fake medicine common in Africa?

    Substandard or fake medicines in Africa are a critical public health concern, potentially leading to preventable deaths. The UN estimates 500,000 annual deaths in sub-Saharan Africa are due to substandard medication. Cai Nebe talks to Claudia Martinez from the Access to Medicine Foundation and DW correspondent Isaac Kaledzi in Ghana.

    27 min
See All (103)

Ratings & Reviews

4.5
out of 5
2 Ratings

About

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.

Information

  • Channel
    DW
  • Creator
    DW
  • Years Active
    2012 - 2024
  • Episodes
    103
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 DW
  • Show Website
    DW AfricaLink

More From DW

You Might Also Like

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada