Under the auspices of the “We Can Do More” project, aimed at raising awareness of the challenges faced by African refugees in Berlin, a gathering of African associations, projects and initiatives took place on Sunday, 3 November 2024. The event, implemented by German-African Initiative for Development and Integration (GAIDI) gUG, a non-profit social organization, and supported by the German Foundation …
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GAIDI gUG, a Berlin-based nonprofit social organisation, has announced the launch of “We Can Do More”, a new initiative aimed at mobilising African associations, organisations and initiatives in Berlin to support the integration of newcomers from African countries. Supported by the Deutsche Stiftung für Ehrenamt und Engagement (German Foundation for Volunteer Work and Civic Engagement), the project seeks to empower …
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In June 2024, Germany introduced the Opportunity Card (Chancenkarte), a new visa category aimed at attracting skilled workers from non-EU countries. Since its launch, approximately 2,500 Opportunity Cards have been issued, with Indian nationals receiving the most, 780, followed by applicants from China, Turkey and Pakistan, according to the Federal Ministry of the Interior. To qualify for an Opportunity Card, …
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The Landesnetzwerk Afrikanischer Vereine (State Network of African Associations or LAV) convened its annual conference on 26 October 2024 in Berlin, where it addressed the topic “The Partnership Between Europe and Africa Amidst Epochal Change.” Held in the Erika-Hess Hall of the SPD Kurt-Schumacher-Haus, the event drew attendance from representatives of the African diaspora and German citizens interested in Africa. …
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This November brings various new regulations impacting many aspects of life in Germany. These include updated laws on gender and name changes, the option to receive identification documents by post, reduction of bureaucracy and the introduction of the Economic Identification Number for self-employed individuals and businesses. Additionally, knives will be banned in public places and a group of asylum-seekers will …
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In the first month since Germany began enforcing border checks across its land borders, about 1,000 people were denied entry. From 16 September to 20 October, the Federal Police recorded approximately 1,700 unauthorized entry attempts and apprehended around 30 suspected human smugglers, according to the Federal Ministry of the Interior. While open borders are standard within the Schengen zone, Germany …
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On Friday, Berlin’s Rotes Rathaus, the historic town hall of the German capital city, played host to the annual HeldinnenAward (‘HeroinesAward’) ceremony. This year’s recipients, Virginia Wangare Greiner and Dr Cornelia Strunz, who each received 5,000 euros, were honoured for their many years of dedicated work in combating female genital mutilation (FGM). Awarded by the Alice Schwarzer Foundation, the HeldinnenAward …
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On Saturday, 26 October 2024, Apostle Raphael Oyeijeh, a respected Nigerian clergyman and renowned teacher of the Word of God, will launch his highly anticipated book, ‘Audacity of Dominion’. The event, which takes take place in Agbor, Delta State, marks an important milestone in the Apostle’s ministry, offering readers a powerful message on faith, divine authority and mankind’s true identity …
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In a world where so many Nigerians live far from their homeland, it can be hard to show up for those important moments in the lives of their loved ones. Whether it’s a birthday, a wedding, an anniversary or just because you miss someone, A cake-gifting service can help you send a sweet reminder that no matter where you are, …
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A Ghanaian association has submitted a formal appeal to Ghana’s Ambassador to Germany, Her Excellency Gina Blay, requesting a reduction in the fees charged by the embassy for passport issuance. The embassy charges 300 euros for new passport applications. The letter, signed by Mr Emmanuel Danso on behalf of the ‘Ghanaian Community Germany’, outlines several key reasons for the requested …
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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.