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Nigeria

Nigeria is a federal constitutional republic in West Africa, it is the country with the fastest population growth in the world.

The country is inhabited by over 500 ethnic groups. Its terror organization Boko Haram dominates international news headlines. This page collates DW's latest content related to Nigeria.

Nigeria Viehdiebstähle in ländlichen Regionen

Fear of bandits grows in Zamfara 18.01.2019

In Nigeria's state of Zamfara, villages are regularly attacked by armed gangs. Hundreds of people have died and thousands are fleeing as they no longer feel safe. Why is the government not taking action?
Nigeria wählt Gouverneure und Regionalparlamente

2019 Nigeria election: What you need to know 15.01.2019

As Nigerians prepare to vote in presidential elections on February 16, DW looks at the players, the key issues and what role young people are playing in the political sphere.

Zimbabwe Fuel Protests

AfricaLink on Air - 14 January 2019 14.01.2019

Zimbabwe police clash with protesters at fuel rise demonstrations+++ Three men to stand trial over Kenya mall attack+++Why critics are sceptical of recently launched ANC manifesto by president Ramaphosa+++ WHO fight against Ebola virus intensifies in DRC
Karte Infografik Nigeria Odukpani Master DE EN

At least eight dead after Nigeria oil tanker explosion 12.01.2019

Locals fear many more of those who were attempting to scoop up leaking fuel may be dead. At least 22 people were taken to local hospitals with serious burns.
Eco Africa DW

Welcome to the latest edition of Eco Africa 11.01.2019

On this week's Eco Africa, we check out hydroponic urban farms in Nigeria, art projects in Ghana's classrooms, a disappearing Senegalese village, and solar energy in Egypt's remotest areas.

Massenproteste in Nigeria

AfricaLink on Air - 08 January 2019 08.01.2019

Nigeria’s labor unions take to the streets demanding minimum wage+++ British House of Commons to discuss widespread human rights abuses in Uganda+++Corruption brings Mozambique's economy on its knees+++ Why the Belgium African museum remains controversial.

Gabun mutmaßlicher Putschversuch des Militärs

AfricaLink on Air - 07 January 2019 07.01.2019

Gabon arrests soldiers behind attempted coup+++Nigeria arrests two reporters over Boko Haram coverage+++Ghana’s opposition party NDC laments high cost of election.
Nigeria Extremistengruppe Ansaru Geiselnahme

Nigerian army targets newspaper for 'undermining security' 07.01.2019

The military raided the offices of the Daily Trust newspaper after it reported on a planned operation against the Boko Haram insurgency. The incident has been described as an attack on press freedom.

Kongo hält mit zwei Jahren Verspätung historische Wahlen ab

AfricaLink on Air - 31 December 2018 31.12.2018

Vote counting continues in DRC+++What English speaking Cameroonians expect from President Paul Biya’s New Year speech+++A review of the security situation in Northern Nigeria+++Nationwide doctors’ strike in Zimbabwe leaves patients stranded
Wahlen in Tunesien

2019: Africa heads into an election year 31.12.2018

Voters in several African nations, including Nigeria and South Africa, are headed to the ballot box in 2019. But despite the numerous elections, experts don't expect much change on the continent.
Kongo Beni | Protest & Demonstration gegen Ausschluss von Wahl

AfricaLink on Air - 27 December 2018 27.12.2018

Police clash with protesters in eastern DRCongo on the delay of presidential elections+++Youngsters in Nigeria are out in the night putting up posters of politicians+++Tension in the West Region of Cameroon after last Sunday's attacks
Unruhen im Sudan - Proteste in Khartum

AfricaLink on Air – 26 December 2018 26.12.2018

Sudan’s President Omar-al Bashir vows crackdown as anti-government protests continue +++ Nigeria seeks to stop Zamfara clashes +++ Uganda preachers now required to study theology

Südafrika Weihnachten in Afrika Flash-Galerie

Africalink Christmas Special - 25 December 25.12.2018

Comedians light up Zimbabweans Christmas despite economic worries+++ Cameroonians in Bamenda hoping for peace +++ How the Liberian government is ensuring people enjoy their favorite meal -Jollof this festive season
Protest in Sudan

AfricaLink on Air – 24 December 2018 24.12.2018

Sudanese doctors on strike as pressure mounts on President Omar al-Bashir to resign +++ Christians in northern Nigeria prepare for Christmas +++ Ghanaians ditch white bread for sweet potato over nutritional benefits
Nigeria Lagos - Blue Fashion auf dem Laufsteg in Nigeria

'Blue fashion' walks the runway in Nigeria 23.12.2018

Come year-end and there's usually an occasion to step out in your finest, which could mean an outfit or accessories made of fish skin to counter the dirty side of fashion, as DW's Sam Olukoya saw on the runway in Lagos.

Demokratische Republik Kongo - Wahl

AfricaLink on Air - 21 December 2018 21.12.2018

DR Congo opposition warns against another election delay+++Troops deployed in Sudan after deadly bread protests+++ US calls for dialogue to resolve Anglophone crisis+++Designers turn to blue fashion to counter impact of fast fashion on environment
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