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Nikolas Fischer

Deutsche Welle

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Why DR Congo's army struggles against the smaller M23

Why DR Congo's army struggles against the smaller M23

M23 fighters, backed by Rwanda, continue to advance into eastern DR Congo. While the rebels are outnumbered by the Congolese army, DW examines whether...

15.03.2025 9

Deutsche Welle

Nikolas Fischer

Why the DRC sued Apple over 'conflict minerals'

The Democratic Republic of Congo accuses Apple of using minerals sourced from illegal mining. DRC communities affected by illicit mining explore...

22.12.2024 20

Deutsche Welle

Nikolas Fischer

Sahel juntas make life more difficult for human rights NGOs

NGO's are a thorn in the side of West Africa's military regimes. Their critical reports on human rights are inconvenient for the junta leaders. In...

21.12.2024 10

Deutsche Welle

Nikolas Fischer

Somaliland: What elections mean for regional power dynamics

The presidential and parliamentary elections in Somaliland are taking place on Wednesday. What scenarios are possible — and can the delicate...

12.11.2024 2

Deutsche Welle

Nikolas Fischer

German Africa Prize 2024 awarded to Sierra Leone politician

The German Africa Foundation calls Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, the mayor of Freetown, an "inspiration." In just six years, she has turned Sierra Leone's...

24.09.2024 5

Deutsche Welle

Nikolas Fischer