Creator
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.
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
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
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…
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,…
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…
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
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…