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DW News Africa with Michael Okwu, February 5, 2026

Michael Okwu
February 5, 2026

Decades after a British colonial mine closed in Zambia, toxic dust continues to contaminate one town and poison its residents. DW’s special correspondent meets the people seeking justice. Plus, Kenya’s top designers unveil upcycled creations at Nairobi Fashion Week. And, Fela Kuti becomes the first African to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Grammys.

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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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