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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.

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25:53

Is South Africa becoming a mafia state?

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2025/10/20

Some experts say South Africa meets several global indicators of a mafia state. Organized crime has infiltrated government institutions, corruption is rampant and assassinations are on the rise. Even police are drawing parallels with Colombia or Ecuador. Cai Nebe talks to Prof. Andre Duvenhage and DW correspondent Dianne Hawker in Johannesburg.

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25:57

Why Rwanda said no to Congo's peace overture

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2025/10/16

The president of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has called for peace with neighboring Rwanda as tensions rise in eastern DRC. Kigali rejected the offer — raising fears of escalating conflict and failed diplomacy in the region.

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27:00

Kenya: What legacy does Raila Odinga leave behind?

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2025/10/15

Raila Odinga has died suddenly in India. Cai Nebe and Andrew Wasike look at his legacy — from shaping democracy to inspiring generations of Kenyans.

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26:29

Can HIV jabs cut infections in Zimbabwe?

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2025/10/14

Zimbabwe is set to roll out lenacapavir, an HIV drug that clinical trials show is 99% effective in preventing infections. But while experts are hopeful, public skepticism persists. Will it change the fight against HIV?

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25:00

Cameroon election: Will Biya win an eighth term?

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2025/10/13

Polls have closed in Cameroon as Paul Biya seeks an eighth term. With a divided opposition and rising youth disillusionment, DW explores what's next.

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24:30

Is Zambia safe for people living with albinism?

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2025/10/08

Human rights activists are urgently calling for legal safeguards against ritual-related violence and protection for people living with albinism in Zambia. But can such movements bring real change to the Albinism community? DW's Josephine Mahachi speaks with DW correspondent Kathy Short in Zambia and John Chiti, a person with albinism and Executive Director of the Albinism Association of Zambia.

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25:20

Is Nigeria's economy as strong as Tinubu says?

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2025/10/07

As Nigeria marked 65 years of independence from British colonial rule, President Bola Tinubu declared that "the worst is over." His statement follows a series of tough economic reforms, but is Nigeria truly on the path to recovery? Josephine Mahachi explores this question with DW correspondent Olisa Chukwumah in Lagos and economic analyst Dr. Paul Alaje.

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25:55

Nigeria mulls over bill for more women in parliament

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2025/10/06

Nigeria is debating a bill aimed at increasing women's participation in politics. Among the suggestions is the introduction of reserved parliamentary seats for women. But is that enough? Eddy Micah Jr explores these questions with Judith Isreal Shaibu, a politician from the opposition Social Democratic Party, and DW correspondent Ben Shemang in Abuja.

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25:15

Prostate cancer: Why Kenyan men fear testing

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2025/09/30

Prostate cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths among men in Kenya, claiming an estimated five lives each day. Despite the alarming toll, conversations on screening and early detection remain shrouded in stigma. DW’s Eddy Micah Jr. explores the issue with correspondent Felix Maringa in Kenya and medical expert Dr. Martin Kuria.

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26:18

Is Nigeria doing enough to combat cybercrime?

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2025/09/29

More than 330 Nigerian websites were seized in one sweep by Microsoft and US authorities in recent days, run by a shadowy network of cybercriminals linked exploiting the digital space to scam, steal, and sabotage. Is Nigeria doing enough to combat this cybercrime menace that is tied to its citizens — or are we stuck in a cycle where global crackdowns expose the weaknesses we refuse to fix at home?

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30:00

Museveni's rule: Visionary leadership or monarchy in...

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2025/09/19

With Uganda's 2026 elections approaching, President Museveni is confident of securing another term. He promises stability and a strong vision for the East African country. But are Museveni's decades in power a legacy or the making of a monarchy?

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25:09

Could South Sudan return to civil strife after...

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2025/09/18

South Sudan's largest opposition movement asked supporters to defend their country, days after vice president Riek Machar was arrested. Machar faces charges, including murder, terrorism, and crimes against humanity. DW's Josey Mahachi speaks to human rights advocate Stephen Robo Musa, and DW's correspondent Michael Atit in Juba.

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25:44

Just how much is activism in Africa under threat?

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2025/09/17

Across Africa, governments are tightening free speech, as activists face harassment, arrests, and digital surveillance. At the Third Annual Activist Symposium in Johannesburg, advocates are pushing back, calling for stronger protections. At a time when human rights defenders face unprecedented threats, how do activists across Africa continue to resist, rebuild, and reimagine justice?

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23:14

Cameroon decides 2025 - or does it?

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2025/09/16

Cameroon is heading into a pivotal election on October 12, though separatists in anglophone regions have called for a month-long lockdown to sabotage the polls. Many anglophone voters are scared for their lives, as separatists threaten those who vote with abduction, torture, and murder. DW correspondents in Yaoundé, Moki Kindzeka, and Jean Marie Ngong in the Anglophone town of Bamenda join us.

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25:37

Africans are aging rapidly, but there are few...

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2025/09/15

Africa is the world’s youngest continent — but it’s ageing faster than ever. By 2050, nearly 200 million Africans will be over 60. What will this mean for families, economies and the future of care? DW’s Josey Mahachi speaks with Frank Yiga and Wanjiku Joyce Kairu, founder of the Purity Elderly Care Foundation and a leading voice on ageing and elder care.

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25:51

Tinubu revenue boast: Is Nigeria done with borrowing?

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2025/09/10

Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu says the country has hit its 2025 revenue target ahead of schedule and won't need to borrow to fund its budget. Is this a genuine economic breakthrough or political spin? In this episode, DW's Josey Mahachi speaks to Abubakar Sadiq Ahmed, an economist, and DW's Ben Shemang in Abuja to unpack what this means for Nigeria's economy, debt profile, and everyday citizens.

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25:33

Are Uganda’s public sector jobs for sale?

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2025/09/02

More than 130,000 Ugandan civil servants — about 35% of the public workforce — bribed their way into government jobs, according to Uganda’s Inspectorate of Government. Many lacked the required qualifications, leading to poor service delivery. How can the state turn this around? DW's Eddy Micah Jr speaks to academic and retired civil servant Tom Wanyakala, and DW's Frank Yiga in Kampala.

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25:35

How the Malian junta has remained in power

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2025/09/01

Mali's military rulers promised dignity and stability five years ago, but democracy has been sidelined, the economy is stagnant, and violence continues across the country. But how has the junta convinced enough Malians that they are on the right path? DW's George Okachi speaks to analyst Rida Lyammouri of the Policy Center for the New South and DW correspondent Bram Posthumus.

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26:08

Are Ghana and Nigeria headed for more power crises?

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2025/08/28

Ghana's rising energy debt has sparked fears of a return to dumsor — the blackouts that once crippled homes and businesses. With debt projected to soar, are the country's 24-hour economy and future growth at risk? Eddy Micah Jr. talks to Ben Boakye from the Africa Center for Energy Policy and DW's Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena in Ghana.

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28:11

Why northern Ghana remains on the edge

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2025/08/21

In Ghana’s northern frontier, ancient rivalries and modern threats collide. What’s fueling the violence? Could Ghana become the next frontline in West Africa's security crisis? George Okachi discusses the volatility in the region with conflict researcher and lecturer Felix Longi and DW correspondent Maxwell Suuk in Tamale.

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