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Philipp Sandner

Philipp Sandner

Deutsche Welle

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Soldiers' families face neglect of Sahel leaders

The fight against terrorism in the Sahel continues to cost lives. Their military governments appear to cover this up. DW spoke to families in Niger...

13.08.2025 250

Deutsche Welle

Philipp Sandner

Tanzania's crackdown on activists tests East African bonds

Opposition activists from Kenya allege that they were detained and tortured in neighboring Tanzania. Leaders there don’t seem to like that...

09.06.2025 70

Deutsche Welle

Philipp Sandner

Kenyan literary giant Ngugi wa Thiong'o dies at 87

With such novels as "Devil on the Cross" and "Matigari," writer Ngugi wa Thiong'o shed light on the failings of postcolonial Kenya...

30.05.2025 50

Deutsche Welle

Philipp Sandner

Why eastern DR Congo remains stuck in conflict

The M23 rebels' rapid advance is the latest chapter in eastern DR Congo's long history of instability. DW breaks down the key factors behind the...

01.03.2025 20

Deutsche Welle

Philipp Sandner