@dwafrica DW AfricaDW Africa posts on YouTube about uganda, south africa, tanzania, malawi the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
Social category influence countries 75.88% finance 6.47% travel destinations 3.53% technology brands 2.35% bundesliga 2.35% champions league 2.35% social networks 1.76% celebrities 0.59%
Social topic influence uganda #396, south africa #1730, tanzania #831, malawi #171, united states 7.06%, nigeria #3029, cameroon #172, ghana #2072, in the 4.71%, the world 4.12%
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"Are you brave enough to taste real Malawian foods #dwafrica #malawi Hardly anyone knows how diverse Malawi is and all the different people have brought their food and their own culture. But are you ready to taste the real Malawi #malawi #cuisine #dwafrica #dwafrimaxx food africa malawi food africa malawi"
YouTube Link 2025-04-10T10:00Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"One year under M23 rule in Goma One year after the M23 rebels captured Goma capital of North Kivu province fighting may have stopped but life is far from normal. From wounded bodies to wounded businesses the city is struggling to heal.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T08:16Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"African recruits fighting the war in Ukraine: Where's the AU As reports grow of Africans lured into the RussiaUkraine conflict under false promises civil society groups are pressuring the African Union to move beyond statements of concern and take concrete action to protect vulnerable citizens.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T09:42Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Malawi president bans export of raw minerals The announcement of a ban on the export of raw materials from Malawi is grabbing public attention. On Tuesday President Peter Mutharika said the ban would take immediate effect. It comes after unregulated mining started soaring in recent years. Gold diamonds and other minerals are involved.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T15:27Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Goma adjusts to life under M23 rebels in eastern Congo #africaexplained Residents in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo city are trying to find their feet one month after the M23 rebel group seized control from government forces. Life seems uncertain as people struggle to cope with the new changes. #africaexplained #DWAfrica #Goma #DRC DRC Goma DWAfrica DRC Goma DWAfrica"
YouTube Link 2025-03-02T06:00Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Where can Sierra Leone be in [----] Sierra Leone stands at a crossroads grappling with pressing issues like youth unemployment climate change and a growing drug crisis among its young population. Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr Mayor of Freetown and one of the countrys leading political voices shares her vision of what Sierra Leone could become by the year [----]. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen Africa news Sierra Leone DW Africa Africa news Sierra Leone DW Africa"
YouTube Link 2025-08-25T10:12Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Biya sworn in as Cameroon's president Cameroon's long-time president Paul Biya has been sworn in for another term as questions grow over the countrys political future. Paul Biya Cameroon Africa election Paul Biya Cameroon Africa election"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T12:00Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Coup in Guinea-Bissau President Embal detained Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embal says he has been detained amid what appears to be an unfolding coup as gunfire erupts near the electoral commission. He told Jeune Afrique that Armed Forces Chief of Staff Na Ntan his deputy Toure and Interior Minister Cande have also been arrested. Embal said no force was used against him but warned the country may be sliding back into instability"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T15:32Z 32.9K followers, 14.2K engagements
"AU Leaders reaffirm ban on unconstitutional changes of government. At the close of the 39th African Union Summit African leaders adopted a series of resolutions ranging from tackling military takeovers to demanding reparations for colonial injustices and strengthening water security.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T16:49Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Ethiopia says no expansionist ambitions Ethiopia says Red Sea access is a national priority while pledging respect for neighboring countries sovereignty. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T13:32Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Century old tradition returns in Nigeria Thousands of fishermen have gathered in northwestern Nigeria for the annual Argungu Fishing Festival a nearly century-old cultural event that celebrates traditional fishing practices and local heritage. The four-day festival on the Matan Fada River has grown into a global tourism attraction drawing visitors and boosting the local economy while showcasing the cultural identity of Kebbi State"
YouTube Link 2026-02-15T18:29Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Under The Baobab: Where Africa's toughest questions are asked Every week we sit Under The Baobabnot just to talk about Africa but to talk with Africans about the core issues that drive everyday lives. We hold power to account we ask the toughest and solution-questions. Join us for the full episode on Friday July [--] DW Africa YouTube Channel #DWAfricaSocialMedia #DWAfricaWomen #AfricanYouthUprising #DWTheBaobab #UnderTheBaobab Production Team Hosts: George Okachi & Mimi Mefo Newuh Producers: Eunice Wanjiru Wanjiku Mwaura Bouba Jalloh Okeri Ngutjinazo & Silja Frhlich Excecutive Producer:"
YouTube Link 2025-07-17T17:01Z 32.9K followers, 74K engagements
"Three charged over e-hailing driver murder Three suspects face murder charges after dashcam footage of an e-hailing drivers killing sparked widespread outrage. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica"
YouTube Link 2026-02-17T12:15Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"US deportees stranded at Ghana-Togo border sue over human rights violations West African deportees sent from the US to Ghana have ended up stranded in Togo after being moved across the border without papers. The group was allegedly promised better housing but instead they were abandoned at the frontier. Now they are suing both Ghana and the US administration over alleged human rights violations.#DWAfricaSocialMedia#DWAfricaWomen"
YouTube Link 2025-09-30T11:30Z 32.9K followers, 10.6K engagements
"Flooding devastates Mozambique Rescue operations underway in flood-hit Mozambique.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-26T14:04Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Kenya is mourning the death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga who has died at [--]. Raila Amolo Odinga one of Kenyas most iconic and enduring political figures passed away on October [--] [----] at the age of [--]. He died in Kochi India after suffering a cardiac arrest during a morning walk while undergoing treatment at the Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye Hospital and Research Centre His death marks the end of an era for a leader whose political journey shaped Kenyas modern history"
YouTube Link 2025-10-15T08:40Z 32.9K followers, 28.3K engagements
"Zambian president: Economy has grown by 9% but media focuses on fake news #dwafrica #zambia Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema tells a DW delegation including Director General Peter Limbourg that the country's economy has grown by nearly 9%. However he expressed concern over the media's focus on "fake news" instead of highlighting this positive development. #dwafrica #zambia #fakenews Fake News Zambia Africa DW Africa Fake News Zambia Africa DW Africa"
YouTube Link 2025-04-09T10:49Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"South Africa protest targets mining giant exit plans Mining-affected communities in South Africa are marching to Anglo Americans offices in Rosebank Johannesburg with one clear message: No exit without community justice. The mining giant is restructuring after more than a century of operations. But activists say communities have been left with polluted land and water unfinished housing projects job losses and struggling local economies.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T14:35Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Tanzania opposition demands leader's release Tanzanias opposition Chadema party says its jailed chairman Tundu Lissu must be released unconditionally and not only if he agrees to leave the country.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T16:40Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Ethiopia accuses Eritrea of aggression Addis Ababa says Eritrean troops crossed the border and backed rebel fighters. Asmara denies it but tensions are rising again.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T12:59Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Chaos erupts during Tundu Lissu's treason trial in Tanzania Proceedings in Tundu Lissus treason trial descended into turmoil at the High Court in Dar es Salaam after the opposition leader told judges he had been deprived of food while in custody and was too weak to continue his defence. Lissu who is facing a charge that carries a mandatory death sentence said authorities were using hunger against him.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T08:23Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Ugandas challenges: What must Museveni fix first Youth unemployment soaring prices and shrinking opportunities. After nearly four decades in power what crisis should President Museveni tackle first #DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia #Uganda #YoweriMuseveni #BobiWine #UgandaElection #elections #youth #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #africanyouthuprising"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T10:25Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Bobi Wine confident of victory ahead of Ugandas election As Uganda heads to the polls opposition figure Bobi Wine tells DW he is confident of winning. He says the election could mark the first time Ugandans choose a president through a truly democratic process.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T16:42Z 32.7K followers, 32.9K engagements
"Malawi ex president leads mediation mission in Tanzania The Commonwealth has rolled out a four day mediation mission on Tanzania over post-election conflict.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-11-18T18:15Z 32.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Somalia South Sudan rank lowest on Global Corruption Index Transparency Internationals latest Corruption Perceptions Index once again places Somalia and South Sudan at the bottom of the global ranking. Meanwhile Seychelles and Cabo Verde lead the continent with [--] and [--] points out of [---]. Rwanda and Botswana also remain among Africas strongest performers.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T16:08Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Millions worldwide ring in [----] with hope + Kenyas SGR extension set to start soon Today's top stories: New year celebrations across Africa and the world as millions welcomed [----] with hope and optimism. Kenyan President William Ruto announces that construction of the Standard Gauge Railway extension from Naivasha to Malaba will begin this month or in February. AFCONs knockout phase kicks off Saturday Boxer Anthony Joshua has been discharged from a Nigerian hospital after treatment.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-01T16:41Z 32.7K followers, [--] engagements
"Zimbabwes inflation rate has dropped to a single digit for the first time in nearly four decades. Zimbabwe has recorded single-digit inflation for the first time since the late 1980s with official figures showing a drop to 4.1% in January [----]. For a country long associated with runaway inflation the sudden decline has surprised many. On todays AfricaLink Podcast host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with economist Happiness Zengeni and DWs correspondent Privilege Musvanhiri in Harare to examine how this turnaround happened what authorities say is behind it and whether ordinary Zimbabweans are"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T14:07Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Zimbabwes cabinet backs plan to extend Mnangagwas tenure to [----] Zimbabwes cabinet has endorsed proposed constitutional changes that would lengthen the presidential term and shift the selection of the head of state from a direct popular vote to a parliamentary process. The proposal now heads to parliament for debate.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T14:27Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Can South Africas National Dialogue unite the nation South Africa's long-awaited National Dialogue sought to unite the country but was criticized over rushed timing and missing key voices. As poverty inequality and political fractures deepen can it deliver real change or will it become another talk shop#DWAfricaSocialMedia #AfricaLinkPodcast"
YouTube Link 2025-08-21T04:31Z 32.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Is South Africa shifting toward China and what does that mean for its relations with the US South Africa is facing one of its biggest economic dilemmas in decades. With USSouth Africa trade ties strained by rising tariffs and an uncertain AGOA extension China is stepping in with dutyfree access and massive investment. Is Pretoria preparing a strategic pivot And what would that mean for businesses workers and the countrys global alliances On this AfricaLink Podcast host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with Dr. Emmanuel Matambo from the Centre for AfricaChina Studies and DWs Thuso Khumalo in"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T14:59Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"With AGOA under strain South Africas trade loyalties are beginning to shift. For nearly two decades South Africa has balanced its trade relationships between the United States and China. While China became its largest trading partner in [----] Washington remained crucial through AGOA which grants dutyfree access to the US market. Now rising tariffs diplomatic tension and an uncertain AGOA extension are putting that relationship under pressure. At the same time China is deepening its economic engagement across the continent offering investment predictability and political"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T04:09Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Tanzania repositions regionally with Museveni's state visit After months of quiet diplomatic isolation Tanzania hosts President Museveni in a highprofile visit watched closely across East Africa. Analysts say the timing could reshape regional alliances and send a message at home.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T13:38Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Uganda: Concern over rising violence against women The killing of a senior Uganda Christian University official fuels public anger after a similar case weeks earlier.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T17:13Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Can we trust election observers When official election reports sound rosy but citizens on the ground tell a different story who should you believe Dr. Fomunyoh talks about the limits of international observer missions the rise of citizen election monitors with smartphones and courage and how local and international observers can and must work together to call bad elections what they really are. DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia #election #democracy"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T16:26Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"South Africa to withdraw troops from UN mission in Congo South Africa has announced it will withdraw its troops from the United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo bringing an end to nearly three decades of military involvement. President Cyril Ramaphosa said the drawdown set to be completed by the end of [----] is part of efforts to redirect the countrys military resources. He added that while the troops will depart South Africa remains committed to supporting peace initiatives in Congo through diplomatic channels"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T16:12Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Tanzanias Suluhu Hassan marks [---] days of her second term As President Samia Suluhu Hassan reaches [---] days into her second term her leadership is under scrutiny amid postelection tensions and her promise to reunite Tanzania.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T16:54Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Poetry creates safe space in The Gambia In The Gambia a monthly Open Mic gathering is giving young poets a safe space to speak freely on politics Pan-Africanism womens empowerment corruption and other issues often pushed to the margins of public debate. Organisers say the platform allows youth to express lived experiences honestly challenge social norms and connect with audiences through spoken word rooted in everyday realities.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T12:57Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Borussia Dortmund invests Ghana's emerging players Many young players in Ghana where football is a national passion dream of going professional. German football powerhouse Borussia Dortmund has launched a youth academy in Accra to help nurture their talent"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T10:50Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"UK ordered to compensate families of [--] Nigerian coal miners killed in [----] A Nigerian high court has directed the British government to pay [---] million in total compensation to the families of [--] coal miners killed by colonial authorities in [----]. The court ruled that the British colonial administration bears responsibility for the massacre.#DWAfricaSociaMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T17:23Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Mahama earns praise after preventing Zambian woman from falling Ghanas President John Mahama is receiving widespread praise online after demonstrating impressive alertness and agility to prevent a Zambian woman from falling. During a photo session at the end of his state visit to Zambia Mahama quickly reached out to steady a woman who was climbing the podium to take a picture with him and his Zambian counterpart. The moment has sparked online conversations about his attentiveness and swift response"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T08:22Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Is democracy foreign to Africa Is democracy a Western import that just doesnt fit Africa or is that exactly what autocrats want you to believe Dr. Fomunyoh dismantles the foreign concept myth shows how Africans have always valued freedom rights and independent courts and explains why some leaders are desperate to brand democracy as unAfrican to stay in power.#DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia #election #democracy"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T14:01Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Uganda detains a security guard over the alleged rape and murder of TikToker Diana Namulinde. A 22-year-old Ugandan security guard has been remanded to Luzira Prison over the alleged rape and murder of TikTok content creator Diana Namulinde also known as Diana SkyZ. Marvin Webisa appeared before the Kampala City Hall Court on charges of murder rape and aggravated robbery after prosecutors said he was deployed at the apartment complex where Namulinde was found dead.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T13:54Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"What Ghanas cocoa price reduction means for chocolate Ghana the worlds second-largest cocoa producer is cutting payments to farmers by nearly [--] percent as falling global prices strain the sector and leave its cocoa agency struggling with unsold stock and delayed payments. The move could ripple through the global chocolate industry potentially affecting supply chains and influencing what consumers eventually pay for chocolate products.#DWAfricasocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T17:02Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"South Africas president deploys the army to combat organized crime South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered the deployment of the army to support police in tackling organized crime and illegal mining calling it the most immediate threat to the countrys democracy and economic development. Ramaphosa made the announcement during his State of the Nation Address in Cape Town.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T13:03Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Ethiopia cancels flights to Tigray + Senegal suspends national team coach Today's top news stories: - Ethiopia cancels flights to Tigray after fresh clashes - CAF suspends Senegals coach Pape Thiaw - Heavy gunfire erupts near Nigers main airport"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T15:11Z 32.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Washington has sent troops to support Nigeria but how far can foreign help go Nigeria is facing one of its most turbulent security periods in recent years. From extremist violence to mass abductions and the killing of nearly [---] people in Kwara state the country is struggling to contain a crisis that keeps worsening. On this episode of the AfricaLink Podcast host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with security expert Fola Aina and DWs Ben Adam Shemang unpack why the crisis persists and what it will take for Nigeria to restore security.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T14:37Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Facts about the Somali community in Minneapolis The Somali-American population in the Minneapolis area is one of the largest groups of Africans in the US. They have come under attack by President Donald Trump who has threatened to end their Temporary Protected Status"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T08:22Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Somalia wins seat on AU Peace Council Somalia has secured a two-year seat on the African Unions Peace and Security Council a major diplomatic win. Many see it as recognition of the countrys long fight against al-Shabaab and its efforts to rebuild after decades of conflict.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T14:00Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"US deploys ground troops to Nigeria The United States has deployed ground forces to Nigeria to support the countrys fight against armed groups that have increasingly targeted civilians. The deployment comes just months after President Donald Trump authorized an airstrike in Nigeria against militants he said were killing Christians. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #nigeria #trump"
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T15:14Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Kenya starts exit from Haiti mission Kenya has begun scaling down its police presence in Haiti as the mandate of the Kenyaled Multinational Security Support Mission comes to an end. Officials say Nairobi has successfully stabilized key areas and strengthened the capacity of the Haitian National Police.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T09:45Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"After his death sentence in absentia whats next for Joseph Kabila and Congos fragile politics Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has been sentenced to death in absentia by the country's High Military Court for treason war crimes and crimes against humanity. The court found him guilty of collaborating with the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group and demanded his immediate arrest alongside ordering $33 billion in damages. Kabila who ruled the DRC from [----] to [----] was not present at the trial and his current whereabouts remain unknown.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-10-02T06:53Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Nigerian lawmakers approve real-time online election results Nigerias Senate has approved amendments to the electoral law permitting electronic transmission of pollingunit results while retaining manually signed forms as a backup in case of technical failures.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T10:38Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Ghana minister defends Mahamas choice of Fugu Ghanas Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has defended President John Dramani Mahamas decision to wear a traditional Ghanaian smock commonly known as fugu or batakari during his state visit to Zambia. This comes after some Zambians mocked the attire referring to it as a blouse.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T13:43Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Chivayos involvement in the Zimbabwean government Businessman Wicknell Chivayo says the Zimbabwean administration is in his hands. The opposition says the likes of Chivayo are a creation of the current president. #DWAfricaSocialMedia #DWAfricaWomen #Zimbabwe #Opposition #DWAFRICA #UnderTheBaobab Zimbabwe Zimbabwe"
YouTube Link 2025-09-13T10:00Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"UK hosts Nigeria amid colonial reckoning Britains King Charles III will welcome Nigerian President Bola Tinubu for a state visit in March the first by a Nigerian leader in [--] years at a time when conversations about colonial responsibility are intensifying. The visit set to take place at Windsor Castle will center on diplomacy trade and Commonwealth relations. But it also comes as African countries step up calls for former colonial powers to confront historic injustices following a recent UK court ruling awarding compensation over the [----] killing of Nigerian miners. As the leaders meet a key"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T11:16Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"AI is entering radio but how will it affect trust and authenticity As the world marks World Radio Day UNESCO is urging media houses to remember one thing: AI is a tool not a real voice. Yet with synthetic voices becoming harder to distinguish from real presenters many listeners are asking how they can trust what they hear. On today's AfricaLink Podcast host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with DW's Editorial AI Manager Jasper Steinlein in Berlin and DW reporter Eric Mawuena in Accra about how AI is reshaping radio from content production to ethics to the bond between presenters and audiences."
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T15:17Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Women with disabilities face rising sexual abuse in Cameroon Women living with different types of disabilities are increasingly becoming targets of sexual abuse in Cameroons Anglophone regions as the conflict there drags on. Rights advocates are demanding stronger protection measures for survivors and justice for the perpetrators.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T10:33Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Whats next for Ugandas future After nearly [--] years under the same leadership Uganda stands at a crossroads. Will the country embrace reform stability or a new path altogether #DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia #Uganda #YoweriMuseveni #BobiWine #UgandaElection #elections #dwafricawomen"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T11:00Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Rwanda takes UK to court over collapsed asylum agreement Rwanda has filed a case against the United Kingdom at the Hague-based Permanent Court of Arbitration over the collapse of the controversial asylum transfer agreement scrapped by Prime Minister Keir Starmer in [----]. The deal had initially required Britain to pay Rwanda to host migrants who arrived illegally in the UK though only four people were ever sent all voluntarily due to persistent legal challenges.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T07:54Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Cyclone Gezani kills [--] in Madagascar Cyclone Gezani has killed at least [--] people in Madagascar after slamming into the island with winds of up to [---] kilometers per hour ripping roofs from homes and plunging entire neighborhoods into darkness.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T15:54Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Can South Africas National Dialogue unite the nation South Africa's long-awaited National Dialogue sought to unite the country but was criticized over rushed timing and missing key voices. As poverty inequality and political fractures deepen can it deliver real change or will it become another talk shop DW's George Okachi speaks to Rev Zwoitwaho Nevhutalu National Dialogue Spokesperson and DW correspondent Thuso Khumalo in Johannesburg. Tune in at 6PM CEST"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T14:35Z 32.6K followers, [---] engagements
"US Threatens Sanctions Over Attacks on Christians in Nigeria The United States is weighing sanctions and deeper Pentagon counterterrorism engagement to pressure Nigeria on protecting its Christian communities and religious freedom a senior State Department official Jonathan Pratt said.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T18:28Z 32.6K followers, [----] engagements
"Malawi men rally against GBV + Burkina Faso dissolves parties Todays top stories Malawis mens rights group Men Matter Too stage protest in Lilongwe to raise awareness about gender-based violence against men. Burkina Fasos military government dissolves all political parties raising questions about the countrys path back to democratic rule The [----] FIFA World Cup trophy arrives in South Africa as part of a continental tour ahead of the tournament in North America with South Africa among the African nations that have qualified.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T13:55Z 32.6K followers, [---] engagements
"AI is changing radio but can trust survive Radio has long been one of the world's most trusted media: intimate human and rooted in real voices. But as Artificial Intelligence becomes more advanced the line between authentic and synthetic audio is blurring.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T04:33Z 32.8K followers, [--] engagements
"All worshippers abducted during January church attacks in northern Nigeria have now been freed All worshippers abducted during January attacks on churches in northern Nigeria have now been freed with more than [---] people rescued or accounted for after security operations in Kaduna state according to the Christian Association of Nigeria. The group said those seized by gunmen during the raids have been released without ransom following weeks of conflicting accounts between church leaders and police over the kidnappings.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T15:33Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Darfur residents: Surviving abuse under the RSF In Sudan El Fasher is now under RSF control. DW's Sella Oneko and Konan Tipen tracked the exodus of survivors to the camps in Tawila fifty kilometers to the north where survivors of the siege narrated their ordeals. #DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T12:57Z 32.6K followers, [--] engagements
"Johannesburg residents protest water shortages Johannesburg residents are protesting after weeks without running water in several suburbs accusing city authorities of failing to address what they say has become a fullblown crisis.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T14:17Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Withdrawal of Burkina Faso Mali and Niger from ICC triggers mixed reactions Burkina Faso Mali and Nigers withdrawal from the ICC sparks debate over sovereignty justice and accountability. But what does this mean #DWAfricaSocialMedia #DWAfricaWomen #Mali #BurkinaFaso #Niger Burkina Faso Niger Mali Junta ICC Burkina Faso Niger Mali Junta ICC"
YouTube Link 2025-09-24T17:56Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Malawi deports Ethiopian migrants Malawi is intensifying deportations as concerns grow over undocumented migration and human trafficking routes. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #malawi"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T05:00Z 32.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Bobi Wine speaks exclusively to DW Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has told DW from an undisclosed location that he went into hiding for his own safety and hopes to reemerge once conditions allow. In an exclusive interview with DWs Sella Oneko he urged Ugandans to use all lawful avenues to challenge the rule of President Yoweri Museveni. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #dwafrica #bobiwine #uganda #muhoozikainerugaba"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T13:00Z 32.9K followers, 79.3K engagements
"Uganda army chief threatens opposition leader Bobi Wine Ugandas army commander General Muhoozi Kainerugaba who is also President Yoweri Musevenis son has made incendiary posts on X claiming security forces have killed [--] National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters and openly threatening opposition leader Bobi Wine after the disputed January [--] election.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T11:55Z 32.7K followers, 73.1K engagements
"Ethiopia accused of aiding Sudans RSF Ethiopia is facing new allegations of involvement in Sudan's civil war. Here's what Reuters uncovered.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T13:58Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Frequent attacks mass abductions and rising banditry can Nigeria break the cycle of insecurity Faced with growing insecurity the Nigerian government has welcomed the United States' offer of security assistance. US troops are now helping with intelligence gathering as Nigeria deploys its own forces to affected areas. While some see the cooperation as a necessary response to an overstretched security system others raise concerns about sovereignty and long-term dependence.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T04:28Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Uganda Election 2026: Change or continuity Many Ugandans say President Yoweri Museveni would not win a free and fair election outright. But after four decades of Museveni in power uncertainty over electoral credibility economic growth and the potential for a transfer of power remains bigger than ever in Kampala. Production Team Hosts: George Okachi & Mimi Mefo Newuh Guests: Lawyer and rights advocate Miria Matembe . Vox Pops: Frank Yiga Producers: Silja Frhlich Okeri Ngutjinazo Wanjiku Mwaura Bouba Jalloh Cai Nebe & Eunice Wanjiru. Executive Producer: Asumpta Lattus #DWTheBaobab"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T17:30Z 32.7K followers, 187.1K engagements
"US suspends $1.6bn health pact with Kenya pending court ruling The United States has suspended a $1.6 billion health cooperation agreement with Kenya after the High Court halted its implementation over concerns about data sharing local media reported. The agreement signed on [--] December [----] was put on hold after Justice Bahati Mwamuye suspended the framework following public backlash over provisions allowing the transfer of health and personal data to the US. The US Embassy in Nairobi said the pact would be reworked once the court delivers a full determination.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T13:08Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Samia hosts Museveni in Dar es Salaam Tanzania and Ugandas presidents meet in Dar es Salaam following their recent election wins.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T16:15Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Zambia president embraces Ghanaian attire Zambias president has said he intends to order a Ghanaian traditional smock after the garment sparked an online debate. The discussion began when Ghanas President John Mahama wore the smock during a state visit leading some Zambians to mistakenly identify it as a womens blouse.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T09:07Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Cameroon political activist escapes prison + Trump imposes travel bans on several African nations Today's major news headlines: Cameroon political activist escapes from prison Trump imposes travel bans on several African nations AFCON Group B latest #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T14:54Z 32.9K followers, 12.3K engagements
"Niger thanks Russia for support during attack Niger blames France Benin and Cote dIvoire for the attack near the countrys main airport and thanks Russian partners for helping defeat the assailants.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T12:52Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"From years of economic turmoil to 4.1% inflation is Zimbabwes economy out of the woods After decades of economic instability and soaring prices Zimbabwe has reached a significant milestone: inflation has fallen to single digits for the first time in nearly [--] years. Official data shows inflation at 4.1% in January [----] down sharply from the previous month. Whats behind the progress#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T16:01Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Bireete defends herself after detention over allegations of sharing voter data without permission. Ugandan activist Sarah Bireete has defended herself after being detained over allegations that she accessed and shared national voter data without authorization.The Electoral Commission claims the data was shared improperly. Bireete insists she acted within her mandate as an accredited election observer. Will she give up fighting for human rights and justice in Uganda#DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia#Uganda#Museveni"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T14:54Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ghana pauses citizenship applications for people of African descent Ghana has temporarily suspended the processing of citizenship applications from people of African descent saying the move is intended to overhaul and streamline the system. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #dwafrica #ghana #citizenship #diaspora"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T16:15Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Germany turns to Kenya for qualified workers In [----] Kenya and Germany signed a migration partnership aimed at opening legal pathways for skilled Kenyans to work in Germany. Since then German recruiters have been turning to Nairobi in search of qualified talent. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #dwafrica #kenya #germany"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T08:00Z 32.9K followers, 88.3K engagements
"Cameroon: Lockdown protest ahead of presidential inauguration Paul Biya's oath-taking ceremony is set to proceed on Thursday despite a nationwide lockdown protest over his re-election as president.The protest has caused huge economic disruption. #dwafricasocialmedia Cameroon election Paul Biya Cameroon election Paul Biya"
YouTube Link 2025-11-05T15:15Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Bundesliga: Werder Bremen vs. Bayern Munic The Bundesliga is live as Werder Bremen faces Bayern Munich in a highintensity showdown. Werder Bremen is determined to defend its home turf while Bayern Munich aims to build on last weekends strong performance and secure three crucial points in the title race. Who will come out on top"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T14:07Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Western Sahara: A land caught between sovereignty and struggle Rich in resources and rife with conflict Western Sahara remains one of the worlds most disputed territories. As Morocco gains global support the Sahrawi people's hopes for independence face mounting challenges. #dwafricasocialmedia Western Sahara DW Africa Africa news today Western Sahara DW Africa Africa news today"
YouTube Link 2025-11-09T08:00Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Child abductions in Mozambique #dwafrica #mozambique Child kidnappings in northern Mozambique are on the rise. The perpetrators A violent insurgency with ties to the so-called Islamic State. DW examines the motives behind it and the urgent need for global attention. #dwafrica Africa Kidnappings Africa Kidnappings"
YouTube Link 2025-06-30T10:43Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Ugandan minister condemns Bobi Wine home raid Ugandas information minister has criticized a military operation targeting opposition leader Bobi Wine calling it unjustified and saying Wine did nothing wrong.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T14:17Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Ugandas Bobi Wine says authorities want to harm him + Nelson Mandela artefacts set for auction Today's top News stories: -Ugandas Bobi Wine opens up to DW from his hideout -South Africas top court dismisses bid to halt auction of Nelson Mandelas items -US-backed hepatitis B vaccine study halted in Guinea-Bissau #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #dwafrica #southafrica #uganda #bobiwine #muhoozikainerugaba #vaccine"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T14:56Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Controversy over Nigeria's deployment to Benin Nigerias decision to deploy troops to help foil a coup attempt in Benin on December [--] has sparked controversy at home with citizens divided over the show of regional solidarity. While officials frame the move as a commitment to stability in West Africa critics question why Nigerian forces are sent abroad as the country grapples with kidnappings insecurity and deep domestic challenges.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T20:55Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"39th AU leaders' summit opens in Addis Ababa The 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly has opened in Addis Ababa with leaders unveiling this years theme on sustainable water and sanitation under Agenda [----]. The session will consider key reports and address major continental priorities including peace and security the situations in Sudan and South Sudan regional integration economic development institutional reforms and efforts to amplify Africas influence in global governance. Delegates are also engaging in highlevel discussions on financing gender equality strengthening"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T12:13Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Cameroon port gridlock hits regional trade A dispute at Douala seaport has stalled cargo clearance disrupting trade for Cameroon Chad and the Central African Republic. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #cameroon"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T14:30Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Worst floods hit Mozambique in years Mozambique faces catastrophic flooding with hundreds of thousands affected as regional rescue efforts continue. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #mozambique #flood"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T13:45Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Lesotho declares state of disaster over jobs meltdown Facing soaring unemployment amid factory shutdowns Lesotho has declared a national state of disaster. The textile-reliant nation is reeling from harsh Donald Trumps tariffsputting tens of thousands of jobs at risk. #africaexplained #DWAfricaSocialMedia #DWAfricaWomen #AfricanYouthUprising"
YouTube Link 2025-07-13T07:01Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Who is going to be Kagame's successor Rwandan President Kagame has dismissed allegations that he is preparing a project to see his daughter succeed him putting dynasty rule to rest at least for now. #DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-11-12T21:01Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Merz at Munich conference German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cautioned that the traditional rules-based international order no longer exists. Addressing global leaders at the opening of the [----] Munich Security Conference he said the world has entered a new phase shaped once again by power and greatpower rivalry. Merz warned that our freedom is not guaranteed in this environment. He also acknowledged a deep rift between Europe and the United States and urged Europeans to prepare for possible sacrifices. Around [--] world leaders including several from Africa are expected to participate in"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T20:55Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Cameroon hosts mass weddings to give couples legal status The Cameroonian government has launched a nationwide initiative to organize mass weddings for couples without official marriage certificates. Authorities estimate that nearly 80% of Cameroonians lack legal documentation leaving many women vulnerable to rights violations especially after the death of a spouse. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #cameroon"
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T10:11Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Cameroon launches manhunt after prison escape Cameroon hunts for opposition activist Fabrice Lena after a rare escape from Douala Central Prison. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafricawomen #cameroon"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T17:15Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Nigeria: refugees leave Cameroon camp to return home About [---] Nigerian refugees have left Cameroons Minawao refugee camp to return to their communities in Gwoza and Bama in Borno State northeastern Nigeria.The returnees displaced by Boko Haram attacks told a joint team from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the governments of Nigeria and Cameroon that they were returning voluntarily. #DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T16:16Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Reaction to DW's report on Tanzanian election violence We go through online reactions to our investigation into violence around Tanzania's October [----] election where we uncovered evidence of human rights abuses. #dwafricasocialmedia #tanzania #election"
YouTube Link 2026-01-22T12:48Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Guinea-Bissau: Rival candidates claim electoral victory Guinea-Bissaus presidential race is mired in uncertainty after both leading contenders incumbent Umaro Sissoco Embal and challenger Fernando Dias declared victory before official results are announced. Each claims to have crossed the 50% threshold in Sundays vote raising fears of renewed instability in a nation long plagued by coups and political turmoil. With provisional results expected on Thursday and no runoff if one candidate surpasses the mark will the announcement ease tensions or ignite fresh unrest"
YouTube Link 2025-11-24T21:51Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Protests flare during Tanzania vote Tensions mount in Tanzania as demonstrators question the integrity of Wednesdays presidential election.#Tanzania #DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T19:47Z 32.9K followers, 65.6K engagements
"Uganda Election: Soldiers deployed in Kampala as voters prepare to cast ballots As Uganda heads toward the January [--] election tension and anxiety are mounting among citizens following the deployment of soldiers across the streets of Kampala. DWs Frank Yiga reports that while many voters feel uneasy they remain determined to cast their ballots on Thursday. #DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T11:17Z 32.9K followers, 28.9K engagements
"Why is Rwanda silent on Tanzania's election Rwanda's silence on the election of Tanzania's President Suluhu Hassan a diplomatic wrinkle in the East Africa Community. #dwafricasocialmedia Rwanda Samia Suluhu Tanzania Paul Kagame Africa news Rwanda Samia Suluhu Tanzania Paul Kagame Africa news"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T18:00Z 32.9K followers, 23.6K engagements
"Malawi grapples with passport crisis Malawi's Minister of Homeland Security has asked citizens to name and shame officers embroiled in corruption at the immigration department amid passport crunch.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T09:21Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Military coup declared in Guinea-Bissau A military coup has been confirmed in Guinea-Bissau after senior officers appeared on live television declaring full control of the country. Brigadier General Denis NCanha announced the closure of borders suspension of elections and the shutdown of all state institutions"
YouTube Link 2025-11-26T19:09Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"South Africa battles corruption allegations African nations at Winter Olympics As South Africa confronts allegations of organized crime at the heart of the state one whistleblower has already paid the price. We look inside a corruption crisis shaking a nation. Plus African nations double their presence at the Winter Olympics with [--] athletes competing for medals the continent has never won. We hear from the contenders on whats holding them back and what could change that. South Africa corruption Winter olympics South Africa corruption Winter olympics"
YouTube Link 2026-02-15T14:00Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Guinea-Bissau votes in high-stakes election Guinea-Bissau has held a tense presidential election on Sunday as incumbent Umaro Sissoco Embalo seeks a rare second term in the coup-prone nation. Embalos main challenger is the newcomer Fernando Dias after the PAIGC party was disqualified. The vote unfolds amid deep political divisions fears of instability and disputes over Embalos mandate. There would be a runoff if no candidate is able to secure more than [--] percent of the vote"
YouTube Link 2025-11-23T11:47Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Issa Tchiroma: Can he unseat Cameroon's President Biya "I am the one capable of leading Cameroonians successfully in this unprecedented fight." A bold claim from Issa Tchiroma Bakari a former ally turned opponent of Cameroons President Paul Biya. But can this longtime insider truly be the change the nation is desperate for Topics Discuss: -Can Issa Tchiroma Bakary truly unite the opposition behind his candidacy -Is it indispensable for all opposition members to unite to defeat Biya -Why has unity remained elusive in Cameroon after [--] years of opposition struggles -How should Cameroonians"
YouTube Link 2025-10-03T16:00Z 32.9K followers, 68.5K engagements
"Malawi approves access to safe abortion to victims of sexual violence The Malawi High Court has ruled that women and girls subjected to sexual violence are entitled to obtain a safe abortion in public and private healthcare institutions. #DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T18:04Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Wave of school fires displaces over [----] students in Ghana In just one week a series of devastating fires swept through the dormitories of three senior high schools in northern Ghana displacing more than [----] students. At Tolon SHS [---] students lost nearly all their belongings including mattresses uniforms books and food. At NOBISCO the situation was even more severe with around [---] female students left without shelter after their dormitory was destroyed. A separate blaze at Pong Tamale SHS further compounded the crisis. Maxwell Suuk filed this report.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T08:01Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"SA deputy minister speaks in Munich South Africas Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Alvin Botes told DW at the Munich Security Conference that Pretoria remains committed to multilateralism and closer cooperation with Europe despite strained ties with the United States. Botes said South Africa would use its recent election to the African Union Peace and Security Council to deepen AU-EU security collaboration defended the scaling down of troops in eastern DRC in line with UN adjustments and confirmed plans for continued bilateral engagement with Washington including a"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T21:56Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Ramaphosa optimistic despite SA's worsening crises South African citizens heard this year's State of the Nation Address amid deepening water shortages a stagnating economy and rising political tension. Seeking to calm frustration and uncertainty President Cyril Ramaphosa struck an optimistic tone insisting the country is "turning the corner." But activists analysts and opposition parties say the lived reality tells a different story. Adwoa Domena speaks to political analyst Ntsikelelo Breakfast and DW correspondent Thuso Khumalo to unpack the promises the pushback and what South Africans can"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T14:58Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Cameroon Election 2025: Can Paul Biya's 42-year rule survive the ballot Cameroonians are casting their ballots today to decide whether to extend President Paul Biya's 42-year rule or usher in a new era of leadership. With Biya now [--] seeking to retain power amid growing calls for change the election marks a defining moment for the Central African nation. Follow this LIVE coverage on DW Africa including on-the-ground reports expert analysis and real-time updates as Cameroon votes in one of its most consequential elections in decades. Comment and Share #DWAfrica #CameroonElection2025"
YouTube Link 2025-10-12T11:49Z 32.9K followers, 14.2K engagements
"Sarah Bireete talks about Uganda after Museveni's victory Uganda has voted. But the battle over its future is far from over. What lies beneath President Yoweri Museveni s promise of stability through the experience of one of his most outspoken critics human rights advocate Sarah Bireete Topics Discussed: -If critics are arrested before elections and released only after results are declared can Uganda's electoral process truly be considered free and fair -When stability is the ruling party's central message what does stability actually mean for ordinary Ugandans -Is dissent in Uganda being"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T10:10Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"New study finds female bonobos join forces to fend off males A new study by Harvard University has found that female bonobos team up to fend off males in the wild. Scientists say it is one of the rare examples of such a strategy among animals and that it helps explain how they maintain their peaceful existence. #DWAfrica #bonobos #dwscience bonobos DWAfrica Science bonobos DWAfrica Science"
YouTube Link 2025-04-27T06:00Z 32.9K followers, 12.2K engagements
"Malawi and Tanzania sign trade deal Malawi and Tanzania sign a simplified trade deal to boost small-scale cross-border commerce. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen #malawi"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T20:13Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Malawi case challenges 'street begging' law In Malawi's cities it's common to encounter people many of them with disabilities asking for money. Yet so-called "street begging" remains a crime under Malawi's penal code. Thirteen individuals arrested in Blantyre in [----] are now challenging that law and the High Court sitting as a constitutional court will begin hearing their case in January. Rights groups say the arrests violate basic dignity while their lawyer argues that criminalizing requests for alms is effectively criminalizing poverty itself"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T17:53Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Malawi restricts ministerial travel as citizens debate austerity and public spending. Malawi President Peter Mutharika has restricted cabinet ministers and their deputies to one local trip per month. He has also ordered them to seek his approval for any additional essential travel citing the need to curb rising public spending. The directive comes after public concern over frequent domestic trips by top officials some reportedly making multiple visits within weeks even as the government pushes austerity measures amid economic strain.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T17:22Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Museveni under scrutiny over activists arrest Did Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni order the arrest of prominent rights activist Sarah Bireete The outspoken governance advocate says she was detained for her own protection with authorities claiming her friends and family posed a threat to her safety.#DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia#Uganda"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T11:05Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Three charged over e-hailing driver murder Three suspects face murder charges after dashcam footage of an e-hailing drivers killing sparked widespread outrage. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica"
YouTube Link 2026-02-17T12:15Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Ramaphosa optimistic despite SA's worsening crises South African citizens heard this year's State of the Nation Address amid deepening water shortages a stagnating economy and rising political tension. Seeking to calm frustration and uncertainty President Cyril Ramaphosa struck an optimistic tone insisting the country is "turning the corner." But activists analysts and opposition parties say the lived reality tells a different story. Adwoa Domena speaks to political analyst Ntsikelelo Breakfast and DW correspondent Thuso Khumalo to unpack the promises the pushback and what South Africans can"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T14:58Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Malawi and Tanzania sign trade deal Malawi and Tanzania sign a simplified trade deal to boost small-scale cross-border commerce. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica #dwafricawomen #malawi"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T20:13Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"AU Leaders reaffirm ban on unconstitutional changes of government. At the close of the 39th African Union Summit African leaders adopted a series of resolutions ranging from tackling military takeovers to demanding reparations for colonial injustices and strengthening water security.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T16:49Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Ethiopia says no expansionist ambitions Ethiopia says Red Sea access is a national priority while pledging respect for neighboring countries sovereignty. #dwafricasocialmedia #dwafrica"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T13:32Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Wave of school fires displaces over [----] students in Ghana In just one week a series of devastating fires swept through the dormitories of three senior high schools in northern Ghana displacing more than [----] students. At Tolon SHS [---] students lost nearly all their belongings including mattresses uniforms books and food. At NOBISCO the situation was even more severe with around [---] female students left without shelter after their dormitory was destroyed. A separate blaze at Pong Tamale SHS further compounded the crisis. Maxwell Suuk filed this report.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-16T08:01Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Century old tradition returns in Nigeria Thousands of fishermen have gathered in northwestern Nigeria for the annual Argungu Fishing Festival a nearly century-old cultural event that celebrates traditional fishing practices and local heritage. The four-day festival on the Matan Fada River has grown into a global tourism attraction drawing visitors and boosting the local economy while showcasing the cultural identity of Kebbi State"
YouTube Link 2026-02-15T18:29Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"South Africa battles corruption allegations African nations at Winter Olympics As South Africa confronts allegations of organized crime at the heart of the state one whistleblower has already paid the price. We look inside a corruption crisis shaking a nation. Plus African nations double their presence at the Winter Olympics with [--] athletes competing for medals the continent has never won. We hear from the contenders on whats holding them back and what could change that. South Africa corruption Winter olympics South Africa corruption Winter olympics"
YouTube Link 2026-02-15T14:00Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"SA deputy minister speaks in Munich South Africas Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Alvin Botes told DW at the Munich Security Conference that Pretoria remains committed to multilateralism and closer cooperation with Europe despite strained ties with the United States. Botes said South Africa would use its recent election to the African Union Peace and Security Council to deepen AU-EU security collaboration defended the scaling down of troops in eastern DRC in line with UN adjustments and confirmed plans for continued bilateral engagement with Washington including a"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T21:56Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Bundesliga: Werder Bremen vs. Bayern Munic The Bundesliga is live as Werder Bremen faces Bayern Munich in a highintensity showdown. Werder Bremen is determined to defend its home turf while Bayern Munich aims to build on last weekends strong performance and secure three crucial points in the title race. Who will come out on top"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T14:07Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"39th AU leaders' summit opens in Addis Ababa The 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly has opened in Addis Ababa with leaders unveiling this years theme on sustainable water and sanitation under Agenda [----]. The session will consider key reports and address major continental priorities including peace and security the situations in Sudan and South Sudan regional integration economic development institutional reforms and efforts to amplify Africas influence in global governance. Delegates are also engaging in highlevel discussions on financing gender equality strengthening"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T12:13Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Museveni under scrutiny over activists arrest Did Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni order the arrest of prominent rights activist Sarah Bireete The outspoken governance advocate says she was detained for her own protection with authorities claiming her friends and family posed a threat to her safety.#DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia#Uganda"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T11:05Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"African recruits fighting the war in Ukraine: Where's the AU As reports grow of Africans lured into the RussiaUkraine conflict under false promises civil society groups are pressuring the African Union to move beyond statements of concern and take concrete action to protect vulnerable citizens.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T09:42Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Merz at Munich conference German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cautioned that the traditional rules-based international order no longer exists. Addressing global leaders at the opening of the [----] Munich Security Conference he said the world has entered a new phase shaped once again by power and greatpower rivalry. Merz warned that our freedom is not guaranteed in this environment. He also acknowledged a deep rift between Europe and the United States and urged Europeans to prepare for possible sacrifices. Around [--] world leaders including several from Africa are expected to participate in"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T20:55Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"Malawi restricts ministerial travel as citizens debate austerity and public spending. Malawi President Peter Mutharika has restricted cabinet ministers and their deputies to one local trip per month. He has also ordered them to seek his approval for any additional essential travel citing the need to curb rising public spending. The directive comes after public concern over frequent domestic trips by top officials some reportedly making multiple visits within weeks even as the government pushes austerity measures amid economic strain.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T17:22Z 32.9K followers, [---] engagements
"What Ghanas cocoa price reduction means for chocolate Ghana the worlds second-largest cocoa producer is cutting payments to farmers by nearly [--] percent as falling global prices strain the sector and leave its cocoa agency struggling with unsold stock and delayed payments. The move could ripple through the global chocolate industry potentially affecting supply chains and influencing what consumers eventually pay for chocolate products.#DWAfricasocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T17:02Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Sarah Bireete talks about Uganda after Museveni's victory Uganda has voted. But the battle over its future is far from over. What lies beneath President Yoweri Museveni s promise of stability through the experience of one of his most outspoken critics human rights advocate Sarah Bireete Topics Discussed: -If critics are arrested before elections and released only after results are declared can Uganda's electoral process truly be considered free and fair -When stability is the ruling party's central message what does stability actually mean for ordinary Ugandans -Is dissent in Uganda being"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T10:10Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Bireete defends herself after detention over allegations of sharing voter data without permission. Ugandan activist Sarah Bireete has defended herself after being detained over allegations that she accessed and shared national voter data without authorization.The Electoral Commission claims the data was shared improperly. Bireete insists she acted within her mandate as an accredited election observer. Will she give up fighting for human rights and justice in Uganda#DWTheBaobab #DWAfricaSocialMedia#Uganda#Museveni"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T14:54Z 32.9K followers, [----] engagements
"Uganda detains a security guard over the alleged rape and murder of TikToker Diana Namulinde. A 22-year-old Ugandan security guard has been remanded to Luzira Prison over the alleged rape and murder of TikTok content creator Diana Namulinde also known as Diana SkyZ. Marvin Webisa appeared before the Kampala City Hall Court on charges of murder rape and aggravated robbery after prosecutors said he was deployed at the apartment complex where Namulinde was found dead.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T13:54Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"US suspends $1.6bn health pact with Kenya pending court ruling The United States has suspended a $1.6 billion health cooperation agreement with Kenya after the High Court halted its implementation over concerns about data sharing local media reported. The agreement signed on [--] December [----] was put on hold after Justice Bahati Mwamuye suspended the framework following public backlash over provisions allowing the transfer of health and personal data to the US. The US Embassy in Nairobi said the pact would be reworked once the court delivers a full determination.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T13:08Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"South Africas president deploys the army to combat organized crime South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has ordered the deployment of the army to support police in tackling organized crime and illegal mining calling it the most immediate threat to the countrys democracy and economic development. Ramaphosa made the announcement during his State of the Nation Address in Cape Town.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T13:03Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Chaos erupts during Tundu Lissu's treason trial in Tanzania Proceedings in Tundu Lissus treason trial descended into turmoil at the High Court in Dar es Salaam after the opposition leader told judges he had been deprived of food while in custody and was too weak to continue his defence. Lissu who is facing a charge that carries a mandatory death sentence said authorities were using hunger against him.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T08:23Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"AI is changing radio but can trust survive Radio has long been one of the world's most trusted media: intimate human and rooted in real voices. But as Artificial Intelligence becomes more advanced the line between authentic and synthetic audio is blurring.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T04:33Z 32.8K followers, [--] engagements
"Uganda: Concern over rising violence against women The killing of a senior Uganda Christian University official fuels public anger after a similar case weeks earlier.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T17:13Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Tanzanias Suluhu Hassan marks [---] days of her second term As President Samia Suluhu Hassan reaches [---] days into her second term her leadership is under scrutiny amid postelection tensions and her promise to reunite Tanzania.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T16:54Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Cyclone Gezani kills [--] in Madagascar Cyclone Gezani has killed at least [--] people in Madagascar after slamming into the island with winds of up to [---] kilometers per hour ripping roofs from homes and plunging entire neighborhoods into darkness.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T15:54Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"AI is entering radio but how will it affect trust and authenticity As the world marks World Radio Day UNESCO is urging media houses to remember one thing: AI is a tool not a real voice. Yet with synthetic voices becoming harder to distinguish from real presenters many listeners are asking how they can trust what they hear. On today's AfricaLink Podcast host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with DW's Editorial AI Manager Jasper Steinlein in Berlin and DW reporter Eric Mawuena in Accra about how AI is reshaping radio from content production to ethics to the bond between presenters and audiences."
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T15:17Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"South Africa protest targets mining giant exit plans Mining-affected communities in South Africa are marching to Anglo Americans offices in Rosebank Johannesburg with one clear message: No exit without community justice. The mining giant is restructuring after more than a century of operations. But activists say communities have been left with polluted land and water unfinished housing projects job losses and struggling local economies.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T14:35Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Somalia wins seat on AU Peace Council Somalia has secured a two-year seat on the African Unions Peace and Security Council a major diplomatic win. Many see it as recognition of the countrys long fight against al-Shabaab and its efforts to rebuild after decades of conflict.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T14:00Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Borussia Dortmund invests Ghana's emerging players Many young players in Ghana where football is a national passion dream of going professional. German football powerhouse Borussia Dortmund has launched a youth academy in Accra to help nurture their talent"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T10:50Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"With AGOA under strain South Africas trade loyalties are beginning to shift. For nearly two decades South Africa has balanced its trade relationships between the United States and China. While China became its largest trading partner in [----] Washington remained crucial through AGOA which grants dutyfree access to the US market. Now rising tariffs diplomatic tension and an uncertain AGOA extension are putting that relationship under pressure. At the same time China is deepening its economic engagement across the continent offering investment predictability and political"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T04:09Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Is South Africa shifting toward China and what does that mean for its relations with the US South Africa is facing one of its biggest economic dilemmas in decades. With USSouth Africa trade ties strained by rising tariffs and an uncertain AGOA extension China is stepping in with dutyfree access and massive investment. Is Pretoria preparing a strategic pivot And what would that mean for businesses workers and the countrys global alliances On this AfricaLink Podcast host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with Dr. Emmanuel Matambo from the Centre for AfricaChina Studies and DWs Thuso Khumalo in"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T14:59Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Zimbabwes cabinet backs plan to extend Mnangagwas tenure to [----] Zimbabwes cabinet has endorsed proposed constitutional changes that would lengthen the presidential term and shift the selection of the head of state from a direct popular vote to a parliamentary process. The proposal now heads to parliament for debate.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T14:27Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Johannesburg residents protest water shortages Johannesburg residents are protesting after weeks without running water in several suburbs accusing city authorities of failing to address what they say has become a fullblown crisis.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T14:17Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Nigerian lawmakers approve real-time online election results Nigerias Senate has approved amendments to the electoral law permitting electronic transmission of pollingunit results while retaining manually signed forms as a backup in case of technical failures.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T10:38Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Women with disabilities face rising sexual abuse in Cameroon Women living with different types of disabilities are increasingly becoming targets of sexual abuse in Cameroons Anglophone regions as the conflict there drags on. Rights advocates are demanding stronger protection measures for survivors and justice for the perpetrators.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T10:33Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Frequent attacks mass abductions and rising banditry can Nigeria break the cycle of insecurity Faced with growing insecurity the Nigerian government has welcomed the United States' offer of security assistance. US troops are now helping with intelligence gathering as Nigeria deploys its own forces to affected areas. While some see the cooperation as a necessary response to an overstretched security system others raise concerns about sovereignty and long-term dependence.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T04:28Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Tanzania opposition demands leader's release Tanzanias opposition Chadema party says its jailed chairman Tundu Lissu must be released unconditionally and not only if he agrees to leave the country.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T16:40Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
"Somalia South Sudan rank lowest on Global Corruption Index Transparency Internationals latest Corruption Perceptions Index once again places Somalia and South Sudan at the bottom of the global ranking. Meanwhile Seychelles and Cabo Verde lead the continent with [--] and [--] points out of [---]. Rwanda and Botswana also remain among Africas strongest performers.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T16:08Z 32.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Washington has sent troops to support Nigeria but how far can foreign help go Nigeria is facing one of its most turbulent security periods in recent years. From extremist violence to mass abductions and the killing of nearly [---] people in Kwara state the country is struggling to contain a crisis that keeps worsening. On this episode of the AfricaLink Podcast host Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks with security expert Fola Aina and DWs Ben Adam Shemang unpack why the crisis persists and what it will take for Nigeria to restore security.#DWAfricaSocialMedia"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T14:37Z 32.8K followers, [---] engagements
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