Episodios

  • How will the new bridge over the Logone River impact trade?

    How will the new bridge over the Logone River impact trade?
    May 5 2025
    The recently-opened bridge linking Cameroon and Chad is set to revolutionize travel and boost trade across Central Africa. Hundreds of lives will also be saved as scores of people die every year attempting to cross the river, often on rickety canoes.
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    26 m
  • DR Congo: SADC troops start exiting through Rwanda

    DR Congo: SADC troops start exiting through Rwanda
    May 2 2025
    Rwanda has escorted South African troops through its territory to Tanzania as part of a phased withdrawal from the embattled eastern DRC. The troops had been assisting Kinsasha's fight against rebel groups in the region, but became stranded after an offensive by M23 rebels.
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    25 m
  • What public sector workers in Ghana want

    What public sector workers in Ghana want
    May 1 2025
    Ghana's public sector workers want the government to pursue prudent economic policies that promote sustainable growth for the benefit of all citizens. Josey Mahachi talks to Emmaline Dartey, a human resources expert, and DW's Isaac Kaledzi in Accra.
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    30 m
  • Why do Ponzi schemes seem to thrive in Nigeria?

    Why do Ponzi schemes seem to thrive in Nigeria?
    Apr 30 2025
    An economic crisis, lax regulations, little financial literacy and slick marketing: Ponzi schemes seem to have hit the jackpot in Nigeria. But after the recent collapse of digital trading platform CBEX, how easy is it to spot a financial scam? And how safe are we really from financial fraud? DW’s Mimi Mefo speaks to Ikemesit Effiong, an economist, and DW correspondent, Abiodun Jamiu.
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    27 m
  • Malawi grapples with a mental health crisis

    Malawi grapples with a mental health crisis
    Apr 29 2025
    Statistics project increased cases of mental health illness, including suicide, in Malawi. Government records indicate that 1,984 suicide cases have been reported since 2019. In this podcast, DW's Josey Mahachi talks to Joseph Sukali, a mental health advocate, and DW correspondent Chimwemwe Padatha to understand the leading causes of this crisis.
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    26 m
  • How can smart financing drive sustainable growth in Africa?

    How can smart financing drive sustainable growth in Africa?
    Apr 28 2025
    One of the key factors why African economies continue to grow is smart financing by lending institutions, such as the African Development Bank (AfDB). In this podcast, Josephine Mahachi speaks with Dr. Samuel Munzele Maimbo, Vice President for Budget, Performance Review, and Strategic Planning at the World Bank and a candidate vying to lead the African Development Bank (AfDB).
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    26 m
  • ECOWAS has turned 50, but is it losing relevance?

    ECOWAS has turned 50, but is it losing relevance?
    Apr 25 2025
    ECOWAS, West Africa’s regional bloc, is 50 years old. To mark the historic milestone, Ghana’s capital, Accra, hosted an event. However, the withdrawal of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger from the bloc has been considered a blow. So, how can ECOWAS make amends and remain relevant? DW’s Josephine Mahachi talks to Dr. Samuel Afriyie, a political analyst, and DW’s Isaac Kaledzi in Accra.
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    25 m
  • Remembering Pope Francis and his legacy in Africa

    Remembering Pope Francis and his legacy in Africa
    Apr 24 2025
    Remembered for his compassion and commitment to inclusivity, Francis’ death marks the end of an era. Known for his humility and advocacy for the poor, the Argentine pontiff led the Catholic Church for over a decade, with Africa holding a special place in his papacy and his heart. Ahead of Francis' funeral on April 26, DW speaks to Father Mushunje, a priest and long-time admirer of the late pope.
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    24 m
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