Germany is witnessing a sharp rise in deportations alongside landmark legal rulings that are reshaping how removals are carried out. Between January and September 2025, authorities deported 17,651 people — about 20 percent more than during the same period last year, according to the Mediendienst Integration. Most deportations were to Turkey, Georgia, and Serbia, according to official data. The rise …

The historic Peace Hall of Osnabrück’s Town Hall provided a fitting backdrop on 29 October for the 2025 Africa Prize ceremony of the Ellen and Karl-Heinz Hornhues Foundation Pro Afrika, which honours outstanding initiatives that foster cultural exchange, education, and sustainable development between Africa and Europe. The festive event opened with a performance by Joy Wendo & Friends, followed by …

Accra is gearing up to make history this December as it welcomes the world to the inaugural Talking Drums Festival, a 48-hour celebration of hip-hop, rhythm and African unity. Set for 29–30 December 2025, the festival will transform Ghana’s capital into the heartbeat of global hip-hop culture. Bringing together more than 40 artists from across the US, UK and Africa, …

South Africans living in Germany now have faster and simpler access to key consular services, including passport renewals and birth registrations, through the newly expanded DHA Services Centre in Berlin. Officially opened on 23 October 2025 by South Africa’s Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, the centre is located at Spaces Spittelmarkt, Wallstraße 9–13, 10179 Berlin. With over 20,300 …

A series of important legal and regulatory changes will enter into effect in November. From stricter credit rules and new tax provisions to updated citizenship regulations and infrastructure expansion, these changes shape both how you live and participate in German society. Understanding the new rules is key to navigating daily life and making the most of emerging opportunities. Stricter checks on …

A new book chronicling the inspiring journey of Nigerian football star Ademola Lookman is set for release later this year. Written by syndicated writer Steve Ogah, Lookman’s Life of Pain and Power traces the dramatic transformation of the 2024 CAF Men’s African Footballer of the Year from early struggles in English club football to continental glory. Described by the author …

Berlin – From 5 to 9 November 2025, the Messe Berlin exhibition halls will transform into a vibrant global marketplace, welcoming approximately 500 exhibitors from over 60 countries. Among the diverse offerings, the “Living Africa” segment in Hall 11.2 stands out, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of the African continent. Now in its 63rd edition, the annual event promises visitors …

The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom (FNF), in partnership with Nyima’s Bantaba Media Platform, is spotlighting changemakers who are transforming narratives and reshaping Africa’s future. As part of a series of interview publications (VOD & Podcast), Nyima’s Bantaba Media Platform features four innovators across East and Southern Africa who are not only talking about change but building it from the …

Bilateral trade between Germany and Nigeria surged by 30 per cent to about €3 billion (≈ US $3.2 billion / ₦4.8 trillion) in 2025, according to German Ambassador to Nigeria, Annett Günther. Nigeria is now Germany’s second-largest trading partner in Sub-Saharan Africa, the diplomat said at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday. The sharp increase in trade volume comes …

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has moved to clarify controversial remarks that sparked outrage over the past week, insisting that Germany continues to depend on immigration. Speaking during a visit to London, Merz acknowledged that people with migration backgrounds are now an “indispensable part of our labour market” and that the country “can no longer manage without them — regardless of …