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Ten years into Cameroon's Anglophone crisis, ordinary people continue to bear the cost of the conflict. Lucy Riley speaks to Nkongho and DW's Moki Edwin Kindzeka about what it will take to bring lasting peace.

Kenya is rushing to contain Ebola after a man who travelled from the DRC through Uganda tested positive and later died. Lucy Riley speaks to Dr Dennis Miskella and DW's Felix Maringa about Kenya's preparedness.

Europe is considering sending rejected asylum seekers to Rwanda and possibly Uganda. What will it mean for Rwanda and African migrants?

Cape Town plans a $6m highway barrier to curb crime and save lives. Critics say the money should fund housing and sanitation. Will it make communities safer?

In the space of just one week in September, Nigerians challenged two Guinness World Records. What's driving the quest for global titles?

Four years after a civil war in Tigray, fighting is back. This time, former enemies are joining forces against Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Could Ethiopia be heading towards an even wider conflict?

A new World Bank report puts the spotlight on the myriad of challenges that businesses operating in Kenya face — heavy taxation, bribery and regulatory hurdles. What reforms are needed to unlock meaningful change?

Ghana's multilingual first lady faced an intense backlash on social media over her spoken English recently. Is the ability to master a former colonial language evidence of intelligence or fitness for public life?

Aliko Dangote is reshaping Africa's energy map. Do the investments of the continent's richest businessman amount to progress for Africa or monopoly power?

South Sudan is due to hold elections in December, but critics say political decisions favoring the ruling party are raising questions on whether the opposition can even compete.

A humanoid robot named Walker E, or "Mutembei," appeared on Kenyan TV recently. Universities, schools and labs around Africa are delving into the technology that raises some deep questions.

Ghana rejects health deal with US over privacy concerns +++ Kenya: Court denies application to stop launch of Dangote refinery +++ Uganda crowns Tooro king after weeks of succession battle

Weight-loss drugs are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa — especially the counterfeit ones. What's driving the demand, and how safe are these drugs?

The treason trial of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu is in its final stages. He could face the death penalty if convicted. Lissu has been nominated for the European Union's Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought.

The US plans to support development of Kenya's rare earth and niobium industries at Mrima Hill. Could the deal boost jobs and growth, or deepen Kenya's dependence on foreign partners?

African leaders at the UN General Assembly demand permanent seats on the Security Council — deciding war, peace and sanctions. How realistic is reform, and what stands in the way?

Nine women have been found dead in Johannesburg in under two months, reigniting concerns about femicide and violence against women and girls in South Africa.

Youth voters helped shape Nigeria's 2023 election. With inflation, unemployment and migration reshaping priorities, are young Nigerians still engaged ahead of the 2027 vote?

Nigeria is facing growing calls to decriminalize attempted suicide. What would that change mean for vulnerable people and the mental health system?

Malawi's plan to send 500 nurses to Israel has sparked debate. Supporters say it's a chance for unemployed nurses to earn and upskill, but critics warn it could cripple the country's health system.

In early September, Newsday editor Kananelo Boloetse was reportedly abducted, interrogated, and assaulted by unidentified men. Is the media under attack in Lesotho?

Kenya's President William Ruto has ordered all foreign nationals working in the country's retail sector to obtain or update their business licenses and work permits. What does it mean for East African Community?

The long-running Anglophone crisis in Cameroon is still keeping many children out of school. What does it mean for their future?

A new UN resolution calls for the use of maps that don't diminish Africa's size. What will that mean for perceptions of the continent?

Kidnapping has become a growing business in Nigeria, with thousands abducted for ransom. Lucy Riley speaks to SBM analyst David Olujinmi and DW's Olise Chukwumah about how Nigeria's kidnapping economy funds terrorism.

Africa's largest gold producer, wants to refine locally. What could this mean for its economy?

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema begins a second term after a disputed election. With economic hardship and a weakened opposition, can he bridge deep divisions and unite Zambia?

Corruption allegations, unpaid players and poor results have plunged the Nigeria Football Federation into crisis. Does the leadership walkout signal real reform or just a reshuffle?

Leaders and young people met at the Africa Mindset Reset Forum in the Rwandan capital, Kigali, to rethink Africa's leadership and institutions. But can ambitious ideas move beyond debate and deliver real change?

Flooding is a recurring issue across Nigeria, with communities in 33 states at high risk. Poor waste disposal, blocked drains, rapid urbanization and construction on waterways are among the factors making the problem worse. After the recent flooding in Abuja, authorities have turned to demolitions — but can tearing down buildings really prevent future floods?

Some US deportees reportedly refused to disembark in Liberia. Why is the African country taking up to 1,200 people under one of the Trump administration's largest third-country deportation deals?

Wildlife trafficking is usually associated with elephants and rhinos. But in East Africa, a much smaller creature is becoming part of the illegal trade: the Giant African Harvester Ant. A single queen can fetch €200. But these ants still play a vital role in their ecosystems. Lucy Riley speaks with ant expert Dino Martins and DW's Andrew Wasike in Nairobi about the growing trade in African ants.

Paul Biya has returned to Cameroon after 73 days abroad. But his prolonged absence and a major military reshuffle have raised questions about growing power struggles within the country.

Cameroon says 16 of its citizens died serving in Russia's military. Why are young Africans signing up to fight in the Ukraine war, and what role do poverty and recruitment networks play?

SADC leaders met in Durban, South Africa to tackle growth, food security and regional stability. Can the summit turn ambitious plans into real results for millions across Southern Africa?

Hakainde Hichilema has won a second term as Zambia's president after an election marked by tensions and arrests. Can he tackle economic challenges and restore public confidence?

WAFCON 2026 delivered upsets, penalty drama, and one of the most extraordinary tournaments in recent African women's football history. What does this tournament tell us about the state of the game, and who has emerged as the biggest winner? Adwoa Tenkorama Domena speaks to football analyst Biola Solace-Chukwu and DW's correspondent Chimwemwe Padatha.

Three months into the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, the toll goes beyond deaths. Markets are closing, farms are abandoned and families are losing income. What is Ebola's true economic cost?

Ghana's President John Mahama wants to foster closer Caribbean ties to AfCFTA when Ghana chairs the African Union next year. Could a transatlantic free-trade market work despite political and logistical hurdles?

Cameroon President Paul Biya has not been seen in public since leaving for Europe on June 7. The 93-year-old leader, who has ruled Cameroon since 1982, remains abroad as government business continues and senior military positions are reshuffled. Host Lucy Riley speaks with global affairs analyst Levi Mboushou and DW correspondent Dorcas Ekupe about what Biya's absence means.