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, …
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Easier Passport Renewals, Birth Registrations for South Africans in Germany
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 …
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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 …
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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.