The Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Germany e.V. will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 14 June in Berlin. The gathering, which will be a hybrid event, will provide members with the opportunity to reflect on the state of the organisation, discuss current developments in Nigeria and chart a course for future engagement. The 2025 AGM is especially significant …

The life of Nigerian parents in the diaspora is a delicate balancing act — between preserving heritage and embracing a new reality. With all the troubles in their country of origin, preserving that desired link to the roots becomes a big challenge. In this heartfelt reflection, Belgium-based Collins Nweke captures the struggle of raising his children across cultures, the pain …

For nearly three decades, Maisha – African Women in Germany e.V. has been at the forefront of promoting healthy living within the African community. Founded by the visionary Kenyan-born Virginia Wangare Greiner in 1996, the Frankfurt-based non-profit organisation provides support on issues such as integration, asylum, German language acquisition, entrepreneurship, psychosocial and health concerns, education and family challenges. What sets …

By Sola Jolaoso | The African Courier Planned visa restrictions under the UK’s upcoming immigration reforms could significantly affect African nationals, particularly those from Nigeria, as the British government moves to tighten control over legal migration routes that it believes are being misused for asylum claims. According to a BBC News report published on 6 May 2025, the UK Home …

Violent conflict and insecurity continue to ravage parts of Africa — from the brutal civil war in Sudan and persistent unrest in South Sudan, to Islamist insurgencies spreading across the Sahel and ongoing fighting in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. In recent years, countries such as Nigeria, the Central African Republic, Ethiopia and Mozambique have also grappled with violent …

In a move that’s drawing sharp criticisms across Africa and the diaspora, the United Kingdom has denied South Africa’s Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema a visa — effectively blocking him from delivering a keynote address at the prestigious Cambridge Africa Together Conference on 10 May. The outspoken politician, invited by the University of Cambridge’s African Society to speak …

Germany ushered in a new political era on Tuesday (6 May) as Friedrich Merz, leader of the centre-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU), was elected Chancellor. However, the path to his election was fraught with unexpected drama in the Bundestag, highlighting underlying tensions within the governing coalition. Surprising Setback in the First Vote Despite the CDU/CSU and Social Democratic Party (SPD) …

With the election of Friedrich Merz as Germany’s new Chancellor on Tuesday, the country enters a new political chapter — marked by a significantly tougher stance on migration. Throughout his campaign, Merz had made tackling irregular migration a top priority. Now, his new government is moving swiftly: Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) has announced a series of immediate measures. At …

The annual parade of African music and culture – a vibrant celebration showcasing the continent’s finest artists and talents from the Diaspora – unfolds in May, heralding a season of cultural exchange and shared festivity. Germany’s summer calendar is adorned with festivals that pay homage to Africa’s diverse cultures. From the charming southwestern town of Emmendingen, nestled near Freiburg, to …

The city of Erlangen has bestowed its highest civic honour on Dr Pierrette Herzberger-Fofana, naming her an Honorary Citizen (Ehrenbürgerin) — a rare and distinguished recognition reserved for individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the city and society at large. The Afro-German politician “has made a lasting impact on the development of Erlangen and has promoted the well-being of …