Namibia has achieved a historic milestone by electing its first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Her victory represents a significant step towards gender equality and democratic progress in Africa, according to the German-African Business Association (Afrika-Verein), in a press release. Christoph Kannengießer, the association’s CEO, described the election as a pivotal moment for Namibia, stating, “Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s presidency signifies renewal and …

Germany is gearing up for snap federal elections on 23 February 2025 after the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s three-party coalition of the SPD, Greens and FDP. The breakup followed the sack of ex-Finance Minister Christian Lindner of the FDP in early November, after months of internal disputes, primarily over the 2025 budget, which culminated in the FDP withdrawal from …

As Germany grapples with a labour shortage exacerbated by an aging population, migrants fill essential gaps, contributing significantly to various industries. However, their working and living conditions often remain precarious, raising critical questions about ethical migration policies. A significant event addressing Germany’s labour market and immigration policies will take place on 6 December 2024. Organized by the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung in Berlin, …

The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Germany will hold its end-of-year event, aimed at bringing together Nigerians from across the country to reflect on the year’s achievements and explore new opportunities. The event, which will take place on Saturday 14 December in Berlin, promises an exciting blend of culture, networking and celebration. NIDO Germany, known for its dedication to uniting …

December 2024 brings new laws and regulations affecting people living in Germany. Among the key changes, the USB-C connector will become the standard for charging cables across the EU. Consumers will also benefit from improved information in the event of product recalls. Additionally, new protections for pregnant women will shield them from harassment by anti-abortion activists near medical facilities. Tax …

Berlin, Germany – 27 November 2024 │A new six-part documentary series, Warum verbrannte Oury Jalloh? (Why Did Oury Jalloh Burn?), premieres today on the ARD Mediathek. The series delves into the controversial and tragic death of Oury Jalloh, an asylum seeker from Sierra Leone, whose mysterious death in police custody, in Dessau on 7 January 2005, has sparked nearly two …

Berlin will mark the culmination of the UN Decade for People of African Descent (2015–2024) with an event at the Haus der Kulturen der Welt on 12 December 2024. Organized by RAA Berlin e.V. in collaboration with civil society organizations, policymakers and administrative leaders, the event seeks to evaluate achievements made over the last decade while laying out a vision …

Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has called on German investors to capitalize on the state’s investor-friendly climate and growing economic potential. Speaking as a guest of honour at a Lagos event hosted by Germany’s Consul General, Weert Bomer, to commemorate 34 years of German reunification, Mbah underscored the importance of fostering bilateral economic ties. Mbah highlighted the achievements of …

Dr RosaLyn Amanda Dressman, a former President of the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Germany, has been appointed Director-General of the Electricity Regulatory Agency of Bayelsa State, Nigeria. In her new role, Ms Dressman, who has already assumed office, is tasked with providing strategic leadership and overseeing the regulation of electricity generation, transmission, distribution and retail in the state. The …

To many people, it may come as a surprise that people decide to voluntarily leave the country to which they immigrated. However, the reality for migrants is that not all applications for asylum or residency are approved, leaving many in a situation where they have to consider leaving Germany.  This is just one reason, why a total of 10,762 people …