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.
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September, 2024
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3 September
Germany: New laws and other changes in September 2024
Like almost every month, September 2024 brings important changes, including new laws, that affect residents of Germany. For instance, building owners using gas heating must now have their systems inspected and stricter hand luggage rules for air travellers apply. Among others, a new feature will be introduced in health insurance apps and stricter emission standards for new vehicle registrations will …
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August, 2024
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30 August
Bonn hosts international conference on forced migration
An international forum on forced migration and displacement caused by violent conflicts and natural disasters will convene from 16 to 18 September 2024 in the western German city of Bonn. The 5th Conference of the German Network for Forced Migration Studies brings together refugee and non-refugee researchers at all career levels, practitioners, students and interested parties, such as refugee/migrant organisations, …
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30 August
No more money for asylum-seekers obliged to leave Germany
Following the knife attack in Solingen last Friday, the German government has announced new measures to enhance security in the country. These include tightening gun laws and cancelling benefits for certain asylum-seekers. The government plans to revoke state benefits for asylum-seekers who fall under the responsibility of another European country according to the Dublin Regulation and which has agreed to …
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29 August
Turkish group appeals to voters in Thuringia and Saxony
Ahead of the state elections in Thuringia and Saxony on Sunday, 1 September 2024, the Turkish Association in Berlin-Brandenburg (Türkische Bund in Berlin-Brandenburg or TBB) has issued an appeal to voters, urging them to “vote democratically.” “We are deeply concerned by the latest forecasts for the upcoming state elections in Thuringia and Saxony,” said Ayşe Demir, spokesperson for the TBB …
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29 August
Germany: Virginia Wangare Greiner to Receive ‘Heroines Award 2024’
Kenyan-born social entrepreneur and advocate for African girls, women and families in Germany, Virginia Wangare Greiner, is one of the two recipients of the ‘HeroinesAward 2024’ (HeldinnenAward 2024). Awarded by the Alice Schwarzer Foundation, the ‘HeroinesAward’ recognizes women who fight courageously and with dedication to improve the situation of women, whether through their professional work, social engagement or personal commitment. …
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26 August
Celebrating Togo: A new festival births in Berlin
The first Togo Festival in Germany (FESTOA), organized by Togo Goes On e.V., took place in Berlin on Saturday. The festival, which was held simultaneously with the annual Kenako Africa Festival at the Alexanderplatz, featured a diverse range of activities, including symposiums, a fashion show, a traditional masquerade performance, and a music concert. A captivating masquerade dance transformed Alexanderplatz into …
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22 August
Berlin’s Black community celebrates renaming of street after African heroes
After a long struggle, Berlin’s Peters Allee will be renamed Maji Maji Allee and Anna Mungunda Allee on Friday (23 August). The previous name, Petersallee, honoured Carl Peters, founder of the colony of German East Africa, who was notorious for his crimes against Africans. The new street names commemorate two significant figures: Anna Mungunda, a Namibian national heroine who fought …
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22 August
Kenako: Festival brings African cultural fair to Berlin
Berlin’s largest public square, Alexanderplatz, will transform into a vibrant African cultural fair when the 2024 Kenako Africa Festival kicks off on Friday, 23 August. This annual celebration, running until 1 September, features a rich array of activities, including live music, dance, fashion shows, culinary experiences, and craft markets. The 2024 musical lineup boasts artists from across the continent, showcasing …
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22 August
Yemi Alade, Blinky Bill and Black Sherif to perform in Berlin
Afro-Pop stars to perform at Berlin’s international music festival Pop-Kultur Berlin’s Pop-Kultur Festival, holding from 28-30 August, is set to dazzle attendees with an electrifying lineup of performances, featuring some of Africa’s brightest stars. Among the headliners is Yemi Alade, the Nigerian Afro-pop sensation whose energetic performances have captivated audiences worldwide. Known for her vibrant stage presence, Alade will bring …
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