Is foreign aid helping Africa or creating dependency?

In this episode of Under the Baobab, DW Africa examines the impact of foreign aid in Africa and asks a critical question: is development aid helping African countries grow—or creating long-term dependency? Featuring insights from Welthungerhilfe Secretary General Matthias Mogge, the conversation explores how billions of dollars in aid have shaped economies across Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Uganda, and beyond. From poverty reduction and food security to governance, accountability, and global power dynamics, this episode unpacks whether the current aid system is working—and what needs to change for Africa to achieve sustainable, independent development.