Dr Pierrette Herzberger-Fofana, a former Member of the European Parliament, pays tribute to Navi Pillay, celebrating her lifelong commitment to human rights, international justice and the fight against impunity. Drawing on Pillay’s ties to Germany’s Franconia region and Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Herzberger-Fofana reflects on the South African jurist’s courage in defending victims of war crimes, crimes against humanity and sexual …
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From the forests of the Congo to fishing communities in Ghana, the festival’s 2026 edition with the theme REFLECT brings powerful African stories to Berlin from 9 to 15 November. African film lovers and the wider public have another compelling reason to head to the cinema this November. Afrikamera, Berlin’s long-running festival of contemporary African cinema, returns from 9 to …
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EbonyLife Place London brings African film, fashion, art, food and music together in a new cultural destination designed to take African storytelling to wider international audiences. Nigerian media entrepreneur and filmmaker Mosunmola “Mo” Abudu has opened EbonyLife Place London, a new cultural and entertainment centre featuring the United Kingdom’s first cinema dedicated exclusively to African and Black films. Located at …
Read More »Berlin musician Sugbear, co-founder of the acclaimed Swag Jam, is launching a new monthly live-music night, Sug’s Vibes, at Drinkhall Venue in Kreuzberg on Saturday, 17 October. The event will feature live performances by Sugbear and his house band, guest artist Inge, DJ sets and an open jam session, with entry at only €5. Sugbear is launching Sug’s Vibes to …
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The two-day conference in Brandenburg brought together diplomatic representatives, government officials, refugees and civil society to discuss migration, democratic participation and development. Bad Belzig/Potsdam, Germany, 12 October 2026 – Two African ambassadors and three integration commissioners representing three levels of public administration were among the prominent participants at the 12th African Cultures and Democratic Dialogue (12ACDD), organised by Cagintua e.V. …
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Diaspora families are doing more than sending money home. Through WIDU Africa, they are helping create businesses, jobs and new futures across the continent. Nyima Jadama reports on its new initiatives For millions of Africans living in Europe, supporting family members back home is part of everyday life. A money transfer can help pay school fees, cover medical expenses or …
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Yankuba Darboe, chairman of the Brikama Area Council (BAC) in The Gambia’s West Coast Region, recently met members of the Gambian community in Berlin as part of his ongoing European tour. Darboe, a member of the opposition United Democratic Party (UDP), used the gathering to discuss local development initiatives, political developments and the diaspora’s important role in shaping The Gambia’s …
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A lecture-performance by Ghanaian artist Nii Noi Nortey, followed by concerts performed by the Berlin Afrobeat Company and Accra’s Santrofi, will bring African music, history and political thought together at the Haus der Kulturen der Welt on 15 October. Afrobeats fans in Berlin have an opportunity to experience an evening rooted in the musical and political legacy of Nigerian icon …
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The former SPD MP, who made history as the first Black person born in Africa to be elected into the Bundestag, has been honoured for promoting dialogue, fighting prejudice and broadening understanding of Africa. Former German national parliamentarian Karamba Diaby has been awarded the Federal Order of Merit (Verdienstorden der Bundesrepublik Deutschland) by President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in recognition of his …
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Former UN human rights chief honoured for her decades-long fight for justice and international law, joining a distinguished group of African Nobel laureates whose work has shaped the global struggle for human rights, democracy and peace. South African jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has been awarded the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her lifelong efforts to promote peace, uphold …
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THE AFRICAN COURIER. Reporting Africa and its Diaspora! The African Courier is an international magazine published in Germany to report on Africa and the Diaspora African experience. The first issue of the bimonthly magazine appeared on the newsstands on 15 February 1998. The African Courier is a communication forum for European-African political, economic and cultural exchanges, and a voice for Africa in Europe.