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A new World Bank report shows Zambia has become one of the most impoverished and unequal nations in the world. The trend is driven by poor economic governance and inefficient mineral exploitation. So, how can Zambia turn this trajectory around? DW's Josey Mahachi speaks to Dickson Mwansa, a specialist in economic justice, and Cathy Short in Lusaka.

The Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group handed over FDLR fighters to Kigali. They say leaders of the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR) leaders were involved in the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The Congolese government dismissed the claims as "fabricated." So, how does Rwanda see peace succeeding in the region? DW's Eddy Micah Jr speaks to Rwanda's government spokesperson, Yolande Makolo.

Top diplomats skipping G20 meetings, limited consensus on pressing economic issues, and Donald Trump upending American foreign policy - South Africa's presidency of the G20 has had a rocky start. But can it still achieve its aims for 2025? Host Josey Mahachi speaks to DW's Thuso Khumalo, and analyst Daniel Silke discusses how Trump’s policies may affect South Africa’s trade prospects.

Nigeria's development has long relied on foreign aid, creating a dependency that hinders sustainable growth. Over the past decade, the US provided $7.8 billion in aid, supporting healthcare, security, education, and economic development. With the new US administration cutting funding, Nigeria faces an urgent need to address this shortfall. How can Nigeria end its aid dependency?

Ugandan authorities dropped treason charges against opposition leader Kizza Besigye in a military court, moving the case to a civilian tribunal. This shift follows criticism of military trials for civilians, deemed unconstitutional by Uganda's Supreme Court. The government's stance on these trials continues to impact the country's human rights situation.

Maize is Malawi's lifeline, but soaring prices and shortages are pushing millions into hunger. Markets are empty and families can't afford their staple food. A forex crisis has crippled imports, leaving the nation struggling. How did it come to this, and what happens next?

One of Africa's young traditional rulers, Ogiame Atuwatse III, King of the Kingdom of Warri in Nigeria's Delta state, is redefining what it means to be a modern monarch — balancing heritage with innovation, culture with progress. But what does it take to modernize a throne without losing its essence?

Immigration was a key issue in the German election. Afro-Germans share their hopes and fears as support for the far-right AfD surges. How will the new government tackle political radicalization?

South Africa's Foreign Minister, Ronald Lamola, believes the United States is trying to bully his country. The Trump administration cut aid to South Africa amid controversy over a new policy, and also extended refugee status to the white minority Afrikaner group. His comments come as South Africa hosts the G20 foreign ministers summit. DW's Dianne Hawker speaks exclusively to Ronald Lamola.

M23 fighters have captured major towns in eastern DR Congo. The country's leaders accuse Rwanda of supporting the M23 rebels, while the latter accuses DR Congo of sheltering the FDLR, an armed group created by ethnic Hutus who massacred Tutsis during the 1994 genocide. DW's Josey Mahachi speaks to Gonza Muganwa, a political and social commentator on the Great Lakes region, and DW's Alex Ngarambe.