DW's Editor, Moderator and Reporter, Mimi Mefo Newuh

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Mimi Mefo Newuh

Mimi's interests are politics, conflicts, post-conflict, gender issues, human rights and press freedom.

Mimi is an experienced award-winning multi-media journalist with DW's English for Africa Desk.

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A small South Sudanese flag appears around the neck of an athlete in Rio de Janeiro

A small South Sudanese flag appears around the neck of an athlete in Rio de Janeiro

Why independence isn't enough for some African nations

When it comes to development, independence has rarely been enough to propel any new African country forward — but why?

ECOWAS leaders attending a meeting in Abuja, Nigeria on February 24, 2024

ECOWAS leaders attending a meeting in Abuja, Nigeria on February 24, 2024

Are we seeing the end of ECOWAS?

With some of its members leaving the bloc, is the Economic Community of West African States slowly disintegrating?

Dunkehäutige Braut steckt ihrem Mann den Ehering an den Finger

Dunkehäutige Braut steckt ihrem Mann den Ehering an den Finger

Extravagant African Weddings: Celebrating Love or Finances

Is bigger always better? Should a dream wedding be about the price tag, or about celebrating love?

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Stories by Mimi Mefo Newuh

DW | Under the Baobab | 2025 | Nigeria's fight against terror and separatism

DW | Under the Baobab | 2025 | Nigeria's fight against terror and separatism

Nigeria: Fighting terror and separatism

Nigeria: Fighting terror and separatism

The Nigerian army claims the country is safer, but with terror groups active, many citizens feel less secure than ever.

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, next to a mid-shot of NJ Ayuk, Chairman of African Energy Chamber (L). The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Who owns Africa's oil" (bottom L) are superimposed.

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, next to a mid-shot of NJ Ayuk, Chairman of African Energy Chamber (L). The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Who owns Africa's oil" (bottom L) are superimposed.

Is Africa's oil helping anyone but the powerful?

Is Africa's oil helping anyone but the powerful?

Africa is abundant in resources — but who is truly benefiting from them?

Under the Baobab - Who owns Africa's oil?

Under the Baobab - Who owns Africa's oil?

Is Africa's oil helping anyone but the powerful?

Is Africa's oil helping anyone but the powerful?

Africa is abundant in resources — but who is truly benefiting from them?

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, next to mid-shots of Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama (L) and Ghana's Information Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu (C). The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Is Ghana fighting corruption or foes?" (bottom) are superimposed.

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, next to mid-shots of Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama (L) and Ghana's Information Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu (C). The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Is Ghana fighting corruption or foes?" (bottom) are superimposed.

Is accountability in Ghana reserved for the opposition?

Is accountability in Ghana reserved for the opposition?

Ghana is fighting corruption, but government critics call it a witch hunt targeting rivals.

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, next to mid-shots of Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama (L) and Ghana's Information Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu (C). The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Is Ghana fighting corruption or foes?" (bottom) are superimposed.

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, next to mid-shots of Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama (L) and Ghana's Information Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu (C). The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Is Ghana fighting corruption or foes?" (bottom) are superimposed.

Is accountability in Ghana reserved for the opposition?

Is accountability in Ghana reserved for the opposition?

Ghana is fighting corruption, but government critics call it a witch hunt targeting rivals.

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, with portraits of Gambia's President Adama Barrow (L) and former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh (C) inserted next to them. The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Is Barrow another Jammeh?" (bottom, large font) are superimposed

A composite image shows DW's "Under the Baobab" hosts George Okachi (R) and Mimi Mefo Newuh (second R) smiling into the camera, with portraits of Gambia's President Adama Barrow (L) and former Gambian President Yahya Jammeh (C) inserted next to them. The words “Under the Baobab” (C) and "Is Barrow another Jammeh?" (bottom, large font) are superimposed

Reform or rhetoric? Tracking Barrow's record in Gambia

Reform or rhetoric? Tracking Barrow's record in Gambia

Has Barrow delivered on reforms? Gambia's Minister of Information, Ismaila Ceesay, joins Under the Baobab.

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