Podcast
DW AfricaLink
Episodes — page 7
Zimbabwe fares double as fuel prices soarFuel hikes in Zimbabwe have pushed petrol above $2 a liter and forced transport fares to double, deepening the cost-of-living crisis and leaving many struggling to keep up with ris…
- TB surge in Southern Africa: Why cases are rising
Despite being curable, tuberculosis (TB) is spreading fast in South Africa and Mozambique. What's driving the rise, and what solutions lie in communities themselves?
- Under pressure: LGBTQ+ crackdown in Ghana and Senegal
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 thi…
- Maiduguri attacks: What they signal for Nigeria
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 violen…
- Guinea's border tensions: Can ECOWAS calm it?
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 d…
- Uganda: Is vocational training a sustainable alternative to classic schooling?
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 Uga…
- Nigeria's security crisis: Can 'state police' fix it?
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…
- Why South Africans are stranded in the Gulf
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.
- Why Zambia's $1B health deal is under fire
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 accoun…
- 30 years after Beijing Declaration: Should women celebrate?
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 des…
- Can the army curb South Africa's organized crime wave?
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?
- Are South Africa's menstrual products putting users at risk?
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 regul…
- How the US-Israel war with Iran is reshaping Africa
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 stabil…
- Malawi bans dual jobs for health workers
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…
- EU lifts sanctions on Zimbabwe — What next?
After more than two decades of travel bans, asset freezes, and diplomatic strain, the EU has removed most of its targeted sanctions on Zimbabwe. The move marks a major reset in rel…
- Ghana's cocoa price slash sparks outrage
Ghana's cocoa industry is facing a major shake-up after the government slashed the producer price by 28%. It's a heavy blow for many of the country's 800,000 cocoa farmers. But off…
- Kenya-Somalia border reopening sparks fears
Kenya plans to reopen key border crossings with Somalia 15 years after attacks blamed on Al-Shabab extremists forced its closure. The move that is intended to boost trade and reuni…
