South Africa killings reignite femicide fears

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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.

22 Sep English Germany News

Nigeria's 2027 election: Where do young voters stand?

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?

21 Sep 25 min

Nigeria pushes to decriminalize attempted suicide

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

17 Sep 26 min

Is Malawi taking a gamble with its fragile 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.

16 Sep 25 min

Lesotho: Are free speech and free media really under attack?

Are journliasts in Lesotho safe? Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena speaks to Lerato Matheka, Managing Editor at Newsday, about wthe alleged attack on journalist Kananelo Boloetse and what this means for press freedom in Lesotho.

15 Sep 24 min

Kenya's foreign trader crackdown: What is driving the policy?

How can Kenya protect local businesses while keeping the region open for trade and movement? Adwoa Tenkoramaa Domena discusses these developments with economist Sheila Olang and DW reporter Lucy Riley in Nairobi.

14 Sep 25 min