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DW News Africa with Tomi Oladipo, 14 May 2026

May 14, 2026

Has France's attitude towards Africa changed, or has it just changed its tune? The country is promising a new era of partnership — equal, modern, and free of its colonial past. And: A shortage of free condoms threatens Kenya's progress against HIV. Plus: The quest to save Nigeria's wildlife and their habitats. We meet the rangers on this mission — which has seen some switch sides in the fight.

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DW News Africa

DW News Africa is a weekly show that takes a deep dive into the stories and issues people are talking about across the continent. Join Eddy Micah Jr, Christine Mhundwa, Tomi Oladipo and Michael Okwu every Thursday.

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