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DW News Africa with Eddy Micah Jr. 22 January 2025

January 22, 2026

Violence is surging across northern Nigeria amid deadly attacks and mass abductions — and doubts are growing over whether recent U.S. airstrikes are making any difference. We speak to Nigeria’s defence minister. Plus: Why young Kenyans are vying for jobs in Germany — and Senegal’s AFCON champions return to a heroes' welcome.

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DW News Africa

DW News Africa is a weekly show that takes a deep dive into the stories and issues people are talking about across the continent. Join Eddy Micah Jr, Christine Mhundwa, Tomi Oladipo and Michael Okwu every Thursday.

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