Development and Dialogue

There are many important issues and projects on the agenda for Germany’s Federal government.

What is humanitarian aid? How does the Federal Foreign Office provide assistance? On which principles is German aid based?

How the legacy of Nelson Mandela influences Germany’s new partnership with Africa.

Africa does not require development aid, but self-confidence, says Veye Tatah. The journalist puts her finger on sore points in the relationship between Europe and Africa.

Supporting Africa’s potential: With the “Marshall Plan with Africa” Germany is taking a new approach to development cooperation. Ten starting points and three practical examples.

#rumoursabout Germany: A website provides migrants with reliable information and counteracts the false promises of human traffickers.

Jewellery made of sand and a restaurant that uses left-over food: how young people are committed to making the world a better place.

Germany’s global commitment to equality and women’s rights

The UN World Food Programme’s “Innovation Accelerator” in Munich is committed to combating hunger. Can start-ups solve global problems?

Migration and education opportunities: How pupils in the USA and Latin America immerse themselves in German politics in a public speaking competition.

Young architect Sarah Friede has designed a modular hospital. Her concept could revolutionize humanitarian aid.

How Germany supports the two countries that have suffered gravely under war and crises.