Experiencing Europe in Berlin A new interactive exhibition in Berlin shows how European policy is formed. More
The reinvention of cities People worldwide are being drawn to cities. Germany is preparing for this far-reaching change with smart solutions. More
“The ideal complement” Professor Christoph Meinel, Director of the Hasso Plattner Institute, Potsdam, and initiator of the openHPI education platform, talks about digital learning. More
Take it easy! For many decades a strict dress code was maintained in the worlds of politics and business. Now, however, it is being revoked from on high. Not everyone is pleased. More
Poetic encounter between neighbours Dutch-language literature is popular worldwide. In 2016, the Netherlands and Flanders are presenting their world of literature as Guest of Honour at the Frankfurt Book Fair. More
The hidden life of the forest The Germans have always had an intimate relationship with the forest. Now the forester and author Peter Wohlleben offers a new perspective on this unique environment. More
One year in Germany, lots of new business ideas The Afrika kommt! initiative enables young African managers to undertake further training in German firms – and these companies benefit from the knowledge of the Africans. More
Great opportunities for talented young people The future of Africa lies in the hands of Africa’s young professionals. Germany is working as a partner in education and research to improve their chances and prepare them for the challenges their countries face. More
Job guarantees through dual vocational training Nigerian industry has launched dual vocational training programmes with support from German business partners. With great success: trainees who complete the programmes are guaranteed a job. More
Untiring opponent of corruption South African lawyer Thuli Madonsela receives the 2016 German Africa Award. More
Faster from farm to fork The Green Innovation Centre was opened in the Beninese city of Cotonou at the beginning of 2016. More
Help towards self-help Christoph Lüdemann is actively involved in Africa – and was named Germany’s first Student of the Year. More
Cancer screening in isolated regions Cervical cancer prevention in Kenya is being facilitated by a new system co-developed by Heidelberg University Hospital. More
Learning German in the language lab A language lab was presented to the German Department of the Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry in April 2016. More
A small tuber against hunger New methods of cultivation and improved irrigation techniques: an initiative supports projects in Africa that aim to fight hunger and malnutrition. More
Joining forces against people smugglers The EU and Africa are working together to curb irregular migration and offer prospects to young people. More
Committed to security and human rights The Police Programme Africa supports African countries in establishing and expanding police structures. More
“We would like to develop a common culture of remembrance” As Special Envoy for German-Namibian Relations, Ruprecht Polenz is conducting the negotiations to reach a common understanding of German colonial history in Namibia. More
“The response has been very positive” In an interview, Brigadier General Franz Pfrengle explains how Germany is helping to stabilise Mali. More
Fighting the great flood Climate change is already making itself felt in Beira, Mozambique: the groundwater level is rising, and many people’s livelihoods are under threat. Germany is committed to nature conservation and wants to reduce the consequences of climate change. More
Enabling refugees to make a new start An initiative of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) aims to help combat the causes of forced displacement – and mitigate the consequences. More
A place for a new art world THe German manager Jochen Zeitz is planning one of the largest museums of contemporary art in South Africa. More
Schlingensief’s opera village Christoph Schlingensief has been awarded the Konrad Wolf Prize posthumously for his opera village in Burkina Faso. More
