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Stay informed about 🇩🇪's foreign policy, partnership with Africa & opportunities! Official account of the German Federal Foreign Office.

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🇩🇪 Claudia Roth, Government Commissioner at @BundesKultur , is highly committed to promoting the critical reappraisal of Germany 's role in #colonialism 👍. In 2022, she and 🇩🇪 FM @ABaerbock travelled to Nigeria to restitute #BeninBronzes . More restitutions are being prepared. 1/2
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Are growth and sustainability compatible at times like these? Ottmar Edenhofer, climate economist, answers.
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Germany has been supporting long‑term programmes in various African countries to build more peaceful and secure communities. Here's how. #GermanyInAfrica
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Black history in Germany! For ten days, Frankfurt will open a new museum dedicated to Black entertainment and music. Here's more.
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Germany supports the Roméo Dallaire Initiative ( @childsoldiers ) training Rwandan UN soldiers on how to react and intervene when they come face to face with #childsoldiers :   #GermanyInAfrica #CrisisPrevention
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We need to end the illegal arms trade! In East Africa, Germany and @ BICC_Bonn support disarmament efforts to prevent the illegal trade of weapons. #GermanyInAfrica #CrisisPrevention @GERonAfrica
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Crisis prevention is one of Germany's key foreign policy objectives! Follow our hashtag #CrisisPrevention to learn more about Germany's active role in preventing crises and building peace in Africa.  #GermanyInAfrica
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What is your favorites side dish, this #TastyTuesday ? Mozambique’s favorite’s dish is the sumptuous Matapa. Made with Cassava leaves, coconut milk and peanuts A traditional for Germany is the delicious Rotkohl, which is a fragrant combination of red cabbage, cloves and onions.
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The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa (AHK Eastern Africa) certified 12 graduates, from The Center for Excellence in the Food and Beverage Industry, after a two-year training and Dual apprenticeship program. Find out more:
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Fast Food delights this #TastyTuesday German/Turkish Döner Kebab – flatbread filled with kebab meats and veg vs. the South African Spatlo – quarter loaf filled with, meats, chips, and everything delicious! Which one would you choose? #GermanyInAfrica
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Here’s to a crispy #TastyTuesday ! If you ever visit #Nigeria , make sure you have some dodo, or deep-fried plantain. If you’d prefer a German alternative, there is Kartoffelpuffer, or a potato pancake. Like for Germany, retweet for Nigeria
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The #eSkills4Girls initiative, run by the @giz_gmbh , is empowering Ghanaian women through digital skills training. Here's how. #GermanyInAfrica
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The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa (AHK Eastern Africa) certified 12 graduates, from The Center for Excellence in the Food and Beverage Industry, after a two-year training and Dual apprenticeship program. Find out more:
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Women are key to #CrisisPrevention !  German Franziska Seethaler supports the Women’s Mediation Network in East Darfur as part of the @UN and @_AfricanUnion joint mission #UNAMID . More about how Germany helps women become #peacebuilders : #GermanyInAfrica
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From peace and security to trade, Germany wants to strengthen its relationship with the African continent. Here's a look at future partnerships between the two. #GermanyinAfrica
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"Cities are hubs for business and innovation, but can also create favourable conditions for increased disease transmission." @gavi
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Since 2005, Ugandan human rights lawyer Nicholas Opiyo has been using legal means to fight for civil liberties in his home country. His dedication has brought him several accolades, including the #GermanAfricaPrize . Here's his story.
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Deutsche Bank South Africa achieves highest recognition in transformation and diversity.
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Meet Jackie Karuti from Kenya, a recipient of the @HG_ArtAwardArt Award, an award for African artists in the visual arts founded by the @goetheinstitut and the Grohs family. #GermanyInAfrica
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Ambassadors for digital change! David Larcher is one of the @giz_gmbh 's digital ambassadors based in #Cameroon and tasked with contributing to digital transformation in underserved regions using his digital expertise.
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Could the oceans' biological resources be an additional source of raw materials for humans? A German research institute took a deep dive.
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Germany has used the first year of its term on the UN Security Council to advance key issues towards peace. This year's focus will be on #CrisisPrevention among others. Watch below to find out more: #GermanyInAfrica
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Development cooperation helps guarantee a more promising future for developing countries. #TogetherWeCan
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In Ghana, Nkate is a sweet & crunchy treat similar to peanut brittle. In Germany, the popular Nussecke – will give you the ultimate choco-nut combo experience. What is your favourite sweet treat this #TastyTuesday ?
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Germany has a big bread culture, and its most famous type is Pumpernickel Brot or pumpernickel bread. In Morocco, Khobz is the equivalent and is a traditional bread that is firm enough for sandwiches and also soft enough to dip into some olive oil. #TastyTuesday
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A number of special animal species that were thought to have permanently migrated are returning to Germany.
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Germany's EU Presidency begins today 🎉🎉🎉 Germany is on a mission to make Europe strong again as Germany assumes the Presidency of the Council of the EU for six months. No easy task in corona times.
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Want to learn German? Do it with a game! Here's how.
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Today is #WorldWaterDay ! Because of extreme weather conditions and pollution, water is now a scarce resource. Action needs to be taken to fight the effects climate change has on water. We all have a role to play, by using water efficiently, we can save our precious resource.
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Together against #coronavirus disinformation! A lot of misleading information about coronavirus is being spread across many mediums. Germany is supporting EU measures to combat disinformation by promoting quality journalism and fact-based communication. #WeStandTogether
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Curious about how art and technology intersect in Nigeria? The @goetheinstitut has a podcast for just that! Take a listen.
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Increased testing is an important part of flattening the curve. A German company has since taken the initiative by providing laboratory capacity at short notice for current virus testing in the country. #WeAreInThisTogether #EUsolidarity
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#Crisisprevention is a key foreign policy objective for Germany.
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Germany is bringing back German travellers stranded around the world during the #coronacrisis outbreak in a major repatriation operation. We are also taking citizens of other EU states on our flights. Help must not stop at borders. #WeStandTogether
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Cultural and educational organisations like the @goetheinstitut play the important role of presenting Germany as a country that is open to the world and believes in global solidarity. Financially supporting them remains a priority. Here's more:
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"Cities are hubs for business and innovation, but can also create favourable conditions for increased disease transmission." @gavi
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This #WorldHumanitarianDay , the United Nations ( @UN ), and the German Development Agency ( @giz_gmbh ) are working together to support refugees, to ensure that short-term assistance leads to long-term effects. #RealLifeHeroes #GermanyInAfrica
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Today’s #TastyTuesday is dedicated to the slow-cooked and simmered delicacies! In Germany, you can tuck into Eintopf, a traditional German stew. In Morocco, it’s a tagine dish that you’re after!
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Germany 🇩🇪 has been working with @EUCAPSahelNiger in improving local security force structures in #Niger . Hear more from the Deputy Head of Mission, German police officer Antje Pittelkau: #GermanyInAfrica #CrisisPrevention @GERonAfrica
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Today is International Youth Day 🎉🎉🎉 "Today, we celebrate the young people, youth-led organizations, Governments and others who are working to transform education and uplift young people everywhere.” — @UN Secretary-General @antonioguterres
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German Chancellor engages with South African students. As part of her last stop in 🇿🇦, German Chancellor Angela Merkel was at @UPTuks answering questions from some of the university's brightest students. #GermanyInSA #FocusOnAfrica #BetterAfricaBetterWorld
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🇩🇪's fastest marathon runner Amanal Petros from Ethiopia, reflects on the humanitarian crisis in the Tigray region of northern 🇪🇹. #GermanyInAfrica
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Are you in #Namibia and interested in Game Design, Graphic Facilitation, Product Design and Sound Design? Then apply to join the Games for Our Common Future Game Jam Event!
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Today we celebrate Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day - #MSMEDay20 , in recognition of their work in local and global economies. MSMEs are the backbone of most economies worldwide and play a key role in developing countries.
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Everyone loves pies, especially if it is made by Grandma! Which is your favourite this #TastyTuesday ? The exotic, mouthwatering Moroccan poultry pastille, with nuts and spices? Or, the traditional heavenly sweet spiced German apple pie?
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Here are some of the questions students from the @UPTuks have for German Chancellor Angela Merkel, ahead of her Q&A session with students at @FutureAfricaUP
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Could the oceans' biological resources be an additional source of raw materials for humans? A German research institute took a deep dive.
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Did you know that you can get a gaming degree in Germany? Here's how and where exactly you can do it.
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Did you know that you can get a gaming degree in Germany? Here's how and where exactly you can do it.
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Spice it up this #TastyTuesday ! Mozambican spicy Piri Piri flame grilled chicken or German chicken, smothered and roasted with paprika and butter? We like it spicy – what do you like ? #GermanyInAfrica
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We would like to wish German Chancellor Angela Merkel a big happy birthday today 🎉🎉🎉 Sending her our best wishes from the GIC Africa family ♥ #GermanyInAfrica
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We're proudly celebrating Africa Day today 🎉🎉🎉 We commemorate and acknowledge the success and the ongoing journey for a united Africa. Which three words would you use to describe the African continent ? #GermanyInAfrica
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We’re dedicating today’s #TastyTuesday to drinks that can quench even the most challenging of thirsts! In Morocco, you can sip hot cup of mint tea as do Moroccans. In Germany, the go-to drink that is loved by all is Apfelschorle, or apple spritzer. Either way, prost!
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Outcry over the killing of George Floyd has gone international, with people taking to the streets in Berlin to show solidarity with US protesters. German soccer stars knelt in support and artists created murals in Berlin. Read more: #BlackLivesMatter
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Although, the vast majority of Germans abroad were able to return to Germany, there are still some Germans abroad. German missions abroad continue to provide information on how to return to Germany and provide assistance in emergencies. #TogetherWeCan #GermanyInAfrica
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New scholarship programme alert! The @DAAD_Germany has launched the Leadership for Africa scholarship programme with funding from @GermanyDiplo . The programme supports 55 master's degrees at German universities. Here's more.
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Helping German #SMEs step into the African continent! The network office of German chambers of industry and commerce for Africa (INA) will provide advisory services to SMEs interested in entering the African market.
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Do you think you could be mentored by a chatbot? A digital assistant called Melinda could soon be helping students in one German university to organise their studies.
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🥩 + 🔥 = 🤤🤤🤤 Which one do you prefer, this #TastyTuesday ? Nyama Choma –Tanzanian Flame grilled spiced meats, served with Ugali (starch) or Kachumbari (salad). OR? ‘Grillen’ – A German variety of Sausages and Kotelette (pork chop) served with potato salad and cold beer.
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Germany & South Africa have much in common: together, they advance a rules-based international order and multilateralism, also as members of the UN Security Council, the G20, and the AU & EU. #FocusOnAfrica #MultilateralismMatters #GERinUNSC
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How does Germany plan to grow its partnership with Africa? Follow #GermanyInAfrica to find out about the many facets of cooperation between Germany and various African countries.
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Could the oceans' biological resources be an additional source of raw materials for humans? A German research institute took a deep dive.
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The Lake Chad region faces various challenges, including drought, terrorism and violence. Germany supports cross-border political cooperation between Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria with 40 million Euro over 3 years:   #GermanyInAfrica #CrisisPrevention
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Do you know what the most popular name in Germany is? How about the most popular breed of dog? Here's a list of some of people in Germany like the most!
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Germany and the @EU_Commission co-convened a pledging event, managing to register 7.4 billion Euro in pledges during the Coronavirus #GlobalResponse event. #TogetherWeCan #EUSolidarity #TeamEurope #EuropeUnited
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"Species and #biodiversity are not just 'nice to have'. Our societies, economy and health all depend on them. When nature is healthy, it protects and provides. And when nature is destroyed, we feel that impact directly."
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Next stop for German Chancellor Angela Merkel today, is @FutureAfricaUP where the Chancellor will be engaging with students from @UPTuks . You can watch a live stream of the session here - @UPTuks #GermanyInSA #FocusOnAfrica #BetterAfricaBetterWorld
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Breakfast Bonanza! 🍳 One Nigeria’s most loved breakfasts are yams and fried eggs, accompanied with some spice for a morning kick! Germany prefers a breakfast with a wide variety of bread, jams and a strong cup of coffee! What is your favourite breakfast? #TastyTuesday
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Here's how a cellphone app, supported by the @giz_gmbh , is helping a vegetable farmer in Ghana reap better produce and carve out a sustainable livelihood for himself. #GermanyInAfrica
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Development needs stability! This is why the @giz_gmbh has provided funding for Mali’s Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission. Here’s more: #GermanyinAfrica
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Since 2005, Ugandan human rights lawyer Nicholas Opiyo has been using legal means to fight for civil liberties in his home country. His dedication has brought him several accolades, including the #GermanAfricaPrize . Here's his story.
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For Germany, the goal is to overcome the #COIVD19 pandemic while not losing sight of other key priorities such applying an active role in the #G20 Debt Service Suspension Initiative.
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Sensational Salads this #TastyTuesday ! Kachumbari is one of Malawi’s favorites salads! Made up of tomatoes, onion, chilies in a zesty dressing to tickle your taste buds. Germans prefer potato salad, which comes in different recipes specific to each region!
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Spice it up this #TastyTuesday ! Mozambican spicy Piri Piri flame grilled chicken or German chicken, smothered and roasted with paprika and butter? We like it spicy – what do you like ? #GermanyInAfrica
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Black history in Germany! For ten days, Frankfurt will open a new museum dedicated to Black entertainment and music. Here's more.
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Sensational Salads this #TastyTuesday ! Kachumbari is one of Kenya’s favourite salads! Made up of tomatoes, onion, chilies in a zesty dressing to tickle your taste buds. Germans prefer potato salad, which comes in different recipes specific to each region! What is your pick?
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Are you an experimental performance artists, technical creative or designer and are based in #Windhoek ? Today is your last chance to apply to be part of the Creative Design Lab 2020! #AfricanCreatives
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Learning vocabulary off by heart is so yesterday. @en_germany provides insight into why language learning games are the best way to learn German and which apps they recommend.
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Breakfast Bonanza! 🍳 One Nigeria’s most loved breakfasts are yams and fried eggs, accompanied with some spice for a morning kick! Germany prefers a breakfast with a wide variety of bread, jams and a strong cup of coffee! What is your favourite breakfast? #TastyTuesday
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Germany celebrates 30 years of its reunification today 🎉. Watch the video below and understand what Germany stands for with 30 years of reunification behind it. #Germany30 #GermanyInAfrica
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Did you know that many universities in Germany offer online courses of study? Check it out. #VirtualLearning
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Want to learn German? Do it with a game! Here's how.
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Want to learn German? Do it with a game! Here's how.
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Happy World Bicycle Day! 🎉🎉🎉 World Bicycle Day is a moment to promote cycling in all its forms, and the contribution the bicycle makes to our everyday lives – as a mode of transport, a healthy form of recreation and a competitive sport.
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Do you think you could be mentored by a chatbot? A digital assistant called Melinda could soon be helping students in one German university to organise their studies.
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Partnering to mitigate climate change! Here‘s how Germany‘s International Climate Initiative has been assisting Benin with mitigating climate change. #GermanyInAfrica
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Fast Food delights this #TastyTuesday German/Turkish Döner Kebab – flatbread filled with kebab meats and veg vs. the South African Spatlo – quarter loaf filled with, meats, chips, and everything delicious! Which one would you choose? #GermanyInAfrica
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The #coronavirus pandemic has not only completely turned our lives around, it has also added to the German language. Overzoomed? Covidiot? Numerous new words inspired by #COVID19 . #GermanyInAfrica
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Fast Food delights this #TastyTuesday German/Turkish Döner Kebab – flatbread filled with kebab meats and veg vs. the South African Spatlo – quarter loaf filled with, meats, chips, and everything delicious! Which one would you choose? #GermanyInAfrica
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Learning vocabulary off by heart is so yesterday. @en_germany provides insight into why language learning games are the best way to learn German and which apps they recommend.
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Sensational Salads this #TastyTuesday ! Kachumbari is one of Malawi’s favorites salads! Made up of tomatoes, onion, chilies in a zesty dressing to tickle your taste buds. The Germans prefer potato salad, which comes in different recipes specific to each region!
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Did you know that you can get a gaming degree in Germany? Here's how and where exactly you can do it.
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In Ghana, Nkate is a sweet & crunchy treat similar to peanut brittle. In Germany, the popular Nussecke – will give you the ultimate choco-nut combo experience. What is your favorite sweet treat this #TastyTuesday ?
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