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A tattered US flag flying behind barbed wire

A tattered US flag flying behind barbed wire

Is Africa becoming the US dumping ground for migrants?

Uganda is the latest African country to agree to a migrant deal with the US. But what's in it for African governments?

A protester gestures as police fire teargas at them during a demonstration over the death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody, in downtown Nairobi, Kenya

A protester gestures as police fire teargas at them during a demonstration over the death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody, in downtown Nairobi, Kenya

What you need to know about Kenyan protester's shooting

During a protest, a police officer shot a civilian at close range, outraging Kenyans about security violence.

An Iranian UAV used by Russia in its war against Ukraine

An Iranian UAV used by Russia in its war against Ukraine

Exploited in Russia: African women forced to make drones

They hoped for a better career but ended up in Russia's war factories.Those affected shared their stories with DW.

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Papwa Sewgolum Golf Course, left, located along the lush green slopes of the Umgeni River in Durban, adjacent to an informal settlement

Papwa Sewgolum Golf Course, left, located along the lush green slopes of the Umgeni River in Durban, adjacent to an informal settlement

How illegal financial flows stifle Africa's growth

How illegal financial flows stifle Africa's growth

Africa's illegal cash flows have increased over the recent years, according to an African Union report.

A child is being held up in the arms of her mother, while a healthcare worker's hand is seen administering an injection

A child is being held up in the arms of her mother, while a healthcare worker's hand is seen administering an injection

Africa: A tentative start in mass vaccine production

Africa: A tentative start in mass vaccine production

There might not be enough long-term funding to support initiatives to produce vaccines and medicines locally in Africa.

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa attends a press conference (May 2025 file)

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa attends a press conference (May 2025 file)

South Africa's National Dialogue: Can it heal old wounds?

South Africa's National Dialogue: Can it heal old wounds?

South Africa's National Dialogue kicks off on Friday, but critics say that real change needs more time.

Makeshift barricades burn as people protest against Togo's longtime leader, Faure Gnassingbe, in Lome in June 2025

Makeshift barricades burn as people protest against Togo's longtime leader, Faure Gnassingbe, in Lome in June 2025

Is Togo's 'constitutional coup' a blueprint for dictators?

Is Togo's 'constitutional coup' a blueprint for dictators?

Political observers say Africa's other longtime rulers could follow Togo's lead in a bid to prolong their leadership.

Paul Biya | Portrait

Paul Biya | Portrait

Cameroon: What keeps 92-year-old President Biya in power?

Cameroon: What keeps 92-year-old President Biya in power?

Cameroon's Paul Biya wants to be re-elected for an eighth term at the age of 92. How has he stayed in power for so long?

App icon of ChatGPT on a smartphone

App icon of ChatGPT on a smartphone

South African lawyers call for rules for AI use in court

South African lawyers call for rules for AI use in court

After AI-fabricated case studies were used in court, South African lawyers have called for an ethical standards review.

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