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Deutsche Welle

Deutsche Welle is Germany’s international broadcaster. They convey a comprehensive image of Germany, report events and developments, incorporate German and other perspectives in a journalistically independent manner. By doing so they promote understanding between cultures and peoples as well as access to the German language.

Julian Assange has been detained at London’s high-security Belmarsh Prison, one of the UK’s toughest detention centres, since 2019.  (Peter Nicholls)

Legal options running out for Julian Assange

Tug of war over the extradition of WikiLeaks founder to the US enters final stages, with London’s high court set to make a final decision in September

SAINT PETERSBURG, RUSSIA – 2022/07/25: Only employees can get into Ikea stores. Customers receive their orders at the checkout. The stores of the Swedish company Ikea in Russia are closing. In shopping malls, foot traffic has dropped, and some branded clothing stores of foreign companies are also closing. (Photo by Maksim Konstantinov/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Study shows sanctions are crippling Russia’s economy

Researchers at Yale University say the Russian economy is suffering massive damage due to Western sanctions but Moscow is downplaying the effects

Burmese people seen gathered outside the Myanmar embassy during the demonstration in Bangkok, Thailand. Protesters gathered outside the Myanmar embassy in Bangkok, Thailand to protest against the Myanmar military after Myanmar Military’s government executes 4 democracy activists including Kyaw Min Yu better known as Ko Jimmy and Myanmar rap pioneer Phyo Zeya Thaw. (Photo by Peerapon Boonyakiat/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Myanmar activists vow to fight back after executions

Four pro-democracy activists have been executed by the military, while at least 11 759 people have been detained and many have been sentenced to death

Youth apathy sours African election fever

Despite young people comprising Africa’s majority, their political participation is riddled with inconsistencies. Many young Kenyans won’t vote next month but it is likely to be…

United States president Donald Trump.  (Michael Reynolds/EPA/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Trump ‘gleefully watched’ while riots unfolded, says panel

The congressional committee investigating the mob attack on the US Capitol has said in its latest hearing the former president refused to take action to stop his supporters,…

UK Prime Ministwr Boris Johnson. (Photo by Tolga Akmen – WPA Pool/Getty Images)

Grilling for UK leader Boris Johnson after top ministers quit

The prime minister has faced lawmakers’ questions after two of the most senior figures in his government resigned. The finance and health ministers said they could no longer…

France’s Culture Minister Roselyne Bachelot (C, left) visits the Notre Dame Cathedral archaeological research site after the discovery of a 14th century lead sarcophagus, in Paris, on March 15, 2022. (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA / AFP) (Photo by JULIEN DE ROSA/AFP via Getty Images)

Dignitary remains or evil spirits? World awaits mystery Notre Dame sarcophagus reveal

A human-shaped lead sarcophagus found beneath the floor at the fire-ravaged Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has generated much speculation about its contents

The Biden administration failed to fix the latency that exists in the executive leadership and public strategic planning of the US Mission to South Africa. (Photo by Drew Angerer/Getty Images)

Explainer: How severe are the new sanctions on Russia?

As Russia unleashes its war in Ukraine, the US and the EU have prepared new sanctions aimed at punishing Putin’s regime.

The 77 percent – The Magazine for Africa's Youth

The lack of proper housing is a problem all over the African continent.

Wakaliwood: Uganda's action-packed movies

In the middle of Wakaliga, a slum in Uganda's capital Kampala, Isaac Nabwana has been shooting low-budget action films for eight years. He is now an international star.

What Else? Episode 8 – How does hair define your identity?

Hair, your natural crowning glory, is often a big part of a person's identity. But then does chemically straightening it erase your identity as an African, or is it just a matter…

Meet the African Refugee Cycling Team

A passion for cycling has reunited a group of friends separated by the war in Eritrea. The African Refugee Cycling Team was founded in neighbouring Ethiopia. Now they hope to…

What Else? episode 7: Sex Education

On this episode our two hosts Wanjiku Mwaura and Eddy Micah Jr. talk about Sex. Sex education specifically. What do you think? Is sex education important? Or do you think it is…

What Else? Episode 6 – Is farming sexy for young people?

Is farming sexy enough for today's youth? Join Wanjiku Mwaurah and Eddy Micah Jnr as they chew over the question. We'll also hear from one of our followers School Farms about…

The 77 Percent

77 percent of Africans are younger than 35. Those 77 percent can shape the continent's future. We join African youths as they share their stories, their dreams and their…

Ivory Coast: Entrepreneur with a mission

Marie Konaté is an enterpreneur with a mission. She buys only local products and half her workforce are women. She sells porridge for babies and other food products.

The Meat Revolution

In many countries, insects are considered a delicacy. Now a startup wants to bring them to Germany in an eco-friendlier burger that has more protein and iron than beef burgers –…

Wind of Change: The Do-it-Yourself Windmill

A group of German students has developed a kit that enables anyone to build their own windmill in a week – from local materials. Having built one in Berlin, they're now inspiring…

Restoring Dignity of Victims of War

Ugandan peace activist Victor Ochen experienced the terror of the Lord's Resistance Army first hand. He now provides medical and psychological support for the victims through his…

Doing Your Bit: Sustainable vibes

Nigerian enterprise SustyVibes – which is short for sustainable vibes – creates content and organizes events in ways that make young people want to stay informed and take eco…