About this episode

The episode discusses the reasons behind Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso's decision to leave the International Criminal Court and its implications for justice in Africa.

Why are Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso quitting the International Criminal Court? Is it a rejection of foreign influence or a blow to justice and accountability in Africa?

Topics covered

• International Criminal Court
• Africa
• justice
• accountability
• foreign influence
• Niger
• Mali
• Burkina Faso

Keywords

• Niger
• Mali
• Burkina Faso
• International Criminal Court
• justice
• accountability
• foreign influence

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: International Criminal Court

Places: Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso

More episodes of Deutsche Welle

• Uganda: Why democratic principles are being eroded · July 21, 2026 · 26 min
• Who was behind Nigeria's fake 'presidential' agency? · July 20, 2026 · 24 min
• When data centers move in · July 17, 2026 · 22 min
• Could Europe's football union ditch FIFA? · July 16, 2026 · 54 min
• Mandela Day: Has South Africa failed his vision? · July 16, 2026 · 25 min
• Malawi returnees: Rebuilding life after South Africa · July 14, 2026 · 26 min

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Deutsche Welle podcast page.