Nigeria pushes to decriminalize attempted suicide

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Nigeria is facing growing calls to decriminalize attempted suicide. What would that change mean for vulnerable people and the mental health system?

17 Sep English Germany News

What's in the new US-Kenya rare earths deal?

The US plans to support development of Kenya's rare earth and niobium industries at Mrima Hill. Could the deal boost jobs and growth, or deepen Kenya's dependence on foreign partners?

24 Sep 25 min

Africa's push for a permanent UN Security Council seat

African leaders at the UN General Assembly demand permanent seats on the Security Council — deciding war, peace and sanctions. How realistic is reform, and what stands in the way?

23 Sep 25 min

South Africa killings reignite femicide fears

Nine women have been found dead in Johannesburg in under two months, reigniting concerns about femicide and violence against women and girls in South Africa.

22 Sep 24 min

Nigeria's 2027 election: Where do young voters stand?

Youth voters helped shape Nigeria's 2023 election. With inflation, unemployment and migration reshaping priorities, are young Nigerians still engaged ahead of the 2027 vote?

21 Sep 25 min

Is Malawi taking a gamble with its fragile health system?

Malawi's plan to send 500 nurses to Israel has sparked debate. Supporters say it's a chance for unemployed nurses to earn and upskill, but critics warn it could cripple the country's health system.

16 Sep 25 min