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.
Femi Awoniyi reflects on the legacy of Nigeria’s former president, Muhammadu Buhari, who died recently. The general-turned-politician is one of the most controversial figures in Nigeria’s post-independence history. Before his election in 2015, many, especially in the Muslim North, regarded him as a messiah who would rescue the nation from corruption and insecurity and uplift the poor. But after eight …
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July, 2025
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25 July
Odiase’s win signals rise of a new world heavyweight star
Before a record-breaking hometown crowd in Heidelberg, Emanuel Odiase delivered a powerful performance on Saturday, winning by knockout and claiming the title of German International Heavyweight Champion. The long-anticipated bout marked a significant milestone in the career of the 26-year-old German-Nigerian fighter, whose rising star is now shining even brighter on the national stage. Our contributing editor, Che C. Chukwumerije, …
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24 July
Germany: Nigerian Diplomats to Hold Town Hall Meeting with Citizens
The Nigerian Consulate General in Frankfurt will hold a town hall meeting with Nigerians on Friday, 1 August 2025, in Frankfurt am Main. The event, part of its Consular and Migration Sensitization Programme, is organised in collaboration with the Nigerians in Diaspora Organisation (NIDO) Germany. The programme aims to strengthen engagement between the Nigerian diplomatic mission and citizens across Germany …
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24 July
Scheme Empowers Migrants in Germany through Entrepreneurship
At an online information session hosted by GAIDI gUG on 22 July 2025, the RESTART programme was introduced to members of the African community in Berlin. Presented by Ingo Müller of Social Impact gGmbH, the session offered a comprehensive overview of this initiative, which aims to empower people with refugee and migration backgrounds to pursue self-employment and economic independence in …
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22 July
Nigerians in diaspora gather in Abuja for conference and awards
The sixth annual National Diaspora Day and the third National Diaspora Merit Awards will convene as a hybrid conference on 25–26 July 2025. Hosted by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), the event expects over 1,200 in‑person delegates alongside thousands of virtual participants from around the world. Attendees include government officials, diaspora professionals, investors and youth representatives, all focused on …
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12 July
Berlin: Mayor engages with African residents to bridge communication gap
The African community in Spandau gathered on Sunday, 6 July, for a town hall meeting with the mayor of the district, Frank Bewig. The event, organised by the African German Association (AGA), aimed to provide an opportunity for interaction with the authorities. The objective was to inform the mayor about the challenges faced by Africans living in the district and …
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12 July
Togo and Uganda: When Leaders Refuse to Leave, the Youth Must Lead — Ras Mubarak
Ghanaian politician and commentator Ras Mubarak* turns a critical lens on the long-standing regimes of Togo and Uganda—two nations where autocratic leaders masquerade as democrats by manipulating constitutions to entrench themselves in power. In this compelling piece, he not only exposes the cynical tactics of rulers like Faure Gnassingbé and Yoweri Museveni but also issues a rousing call to action …
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11 July
Germany’s job-seeker visa gains momentum as it marks first anniversary
One year after its launch, Germany’s Opportunity Card (‘Chancenkarte’) visa scheme is gaining momentum as a pathway for non-EU skilled workers to enter the country and search for employment. Introduced under Section 20a of the German Residence Act, the visa allows qualified third-country nationals to stay in Germany for up to 12 months to seek work or have their foreign …
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11 July
Court: Berlin street can be renamed after African scholar
Berlin’s district of Mitte has won a protracted legal battle to rename Mohrenstraße, a 300‑year‑old street long criticised for its racist connotations. On 9 July 2025, the Oberverwaltungsgericht (Higher Administrative Court) in Berlin‑Brandenburg dismissed an appeal by local residents, affirming last year’s ruling by the Verwaltungsgericht (Administrative Court) and clearing the way for the name change to become irrevocable. The …
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7 July
Frankfurt celebrates Yoruba culture as festival debuts
Frankfurt will play host to the first-ever ASA WA Day, a vibrant celebration of Yoruba heritage, on Saturday, 12 July 2025. Taking place at Saalbau Griesheim, the event promises an immersive journey into one of West Africa’s most influential and enduring cultures. Organised by the Yoruba Heritage Art and Cultural Group in collaboration with Souls of Africa e.V., ASA WA …
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