Why did Ghana ban raw gold exports?

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Ghana wants more than just gold sales, as the government pushes for local processing and greater value addition. Lucy Riley finds out more with mining consultant Seth Worlashime and DW's Eric Mawuena Egbeta in Accra.

7 Sep English Germany News

South Africa: Why are people turning to counterfeit weigh-loss drugs?

Weight-loss drugs are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa — especially counterfeit ones. But what's behind the growing demand for these medications? And how safe are they?

29 Sep 25 min

AfricaLink News: September 29

Ghana rejects health deal with US over privacy concerns +++ Kenya: Court denies application to stop launch of Dangote refinery +++ Uganda crowns Tooro king after weeks of succession battle

29 Sep 4 min

Tanzania: Can international recognition save opposition leader Tundu Lissu?

The treason trial of Tanzanian opposition head Tundu Lissu is in its final stages. Lissu could face the death penalty if convicted. Political analyst Paternus Niyegira and DW reporter Naomi Jasseda weigh in on his fate.

28 Sep 25 min

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