DW AfricaLink

Nov 04 2024 100 ep. 26 mins 1.5k
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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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Botswana's opposition victory and its impact on democracy

Nov 04 2024 28 mins  
Botswana's new president has taken office following October's election, ending nearly 60 years of conservative rule. Outgoing President Masisi has congratulated his successor, Duma Boko. What does this mean for Botswana and its democracy? Join Josey Mahachi as she discusses this pivotal moment with political analyst Adam Mfundisi and DW Correspondent Phemelo Ramasu.

Islamist extremism — How safe is Ghana?

Nov 01 2024 26 mins  
Ghana says media reports of a cross-border spillover of Islamist extremism Burkina Faso are untrue. Reuters had reported that the extremists have logistical bases in northern Ghana. Do they pose any threat to Ghana? Eddy Micah Jr talks to Alex Vines of Chatham House, Mutaru Mumuni Muktar of the West Africa Center for Counter Extremism, and DW correspondent in the Sahel, Bram Posthu

Can Liberia stop its kush drug menace?

Oct 31 2024 25 mins  
Liberian youth are putting their health at risk with the intake of kush. The highly toxic synthetic drug has been linked to leg sores in some heavy users. How did kush become so popular, and what can Liberia do to stop its youth from falling into addiction? Josey Mahachi talks to Psychiatrist Dr. Emmanuel P. Flomo at Redemption Hospital in Monrovia and DW correspondent Evelyn Kpade

Has the Ballon D'Or lost its magic?

Oct 30 2024 26 mins  
It's football's biggest individual award. But in 2024, there was heavy debate on social media, and fan groups as to who would win, or even who would attend the ceremony! So, why has the Ballon D'Or become controversial? And when will another African join George Weah on the winner's list? Eddy Micah talks to football journalists Glory Mushinge and Matt Pearson.

How can Africa break free from negative stereotypes?

Oct 29 2024 26 mins  
Global media often highlights conflict, poverty and corruption in Africa. But there's a powerful, untold side to the continent. Josey Mahachi talks to Abimbola Ogundairo of Africa No Filter and DW Senior Editor Chrispin Mwakideu.

Why are African family sizes shrinking?

Oct 28 2024 26 mins  
Why are African women having fewer children today? From cultural shifts to urbanization, healthcare, and modern lifestyles, what could be driving this change? Josephine Mahachi speaks with DW correspondent Mirriam Kaliza and Dr Gift Kawalazila.

Can BRICS help Africa change the global order?

Oct 25 2024 25 mins  
Explore how BRICS is reshaping global governance for the Global South. With South Africa, Egypt and Ethiopia as members, other African nations are keen to join. Can BRICS elevate Africa's global standing? Josey Mahachi discusses with political analyst Dr. Ndimancho Michael, international relations expert Fidel Amakye Owusu, and DW’s Thuso Khumalo.

Are Cameroon's Baka traditions at risk?

Oct 24 2024 25 mins  
Elderly women of Cameroon's Indigenous Baka people are taking desperate steps to preserve their culture and way of life amid displacement by logging, mining and modern development. They continue building traditional Mongulu huts, now also embraced by a local school to remind children of their cultureal roots. Join Josey Mahachi as she talks to experts about this cultural preservati

Why Nigeria must abolish the death penalty

Oct 23 2024 26 mins  
Some 3,600 prisoners, including 63 women, await execution in Nigeria. Despite calls from civil society and the National Human Rights Commission, the death penalty remains for crimes like murder, treason, and under Sharia law, rape and witchcraft. Why has Nigeria not abolished it? Join human rights activist Gloria Mabeiam Ballason and DW correspondent Ben Adam Shemang to explore thi

How can Zambia overcome power cuts and soaring tariffs?

Oct 22 2024 26 mins  
Zambia is grappling with its worst drought in 60 years, severely affecting water levels in the Kariba Dam, which supplies hydroelectric power. Citizens face over 21 hours of daily power rationing. National power utility ZESCO has proposed emergency tariff hikes of between 50% and 156% — raising concerns about the crisis' impact on the economy and poverty alleviation.