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Boris Pistorius has been serving as Germany's Defense Minister since January 2023.
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AfricaLink on Air - 20 August 2015: 0705 UTC
ICC judges told to reconsider how Kenya cooperated over Uhuru Kenyatta+++Nigerian defense offical dismisses reports that Boko Haram killed 150+++Pistorius' early release on hold
Pistorius' parole suspended
A possible early release from prison for Oscar Pistorius has been put on hold by the South African government.
Prosecutors file appeal against Pistorius
Prosecutors have filed an appeal calling for Oscar Pistorius to be convicted of murder for killing Reeva Steenkamp.
Pistorius to be released within months
South African authorities have confirmed that amputee sprinter Oscar Pistorius will be released from jail in August.
State appeal in Pistorius case set for November
The South African Supreme Court has said it will hear a state appeal over the case of Oscar Pistorius in November.
Pistorius lawyers lose bid to stop manslaughter appeal
A South African court has ruled that prosecutors can appeal Pistorius' manslaughter conviction.
Pistorius' lawyers challenge right to appeal
Pistorius' lawyers have challenged the prosecution's right to appeal the athlete's negligent killing conviction.
Judge lets prosecutors appeal Pistorius verdict
Pistorius case goes to appeal
Pistorius prosecutor seeks appeal over verdict
A South African prosecutor has argued against the verdict arrived at in the murder trial of Oscar Pistorius. He was found guilty of culpable homicide, rather than the murder of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp.
Prosecutors appeal Pistorius judgment
An appeal against the sentence and conviction of Paralympian Oscar Pistorius has been filed by South African prosecutors. Pistorius is currently serving a five-year sentence for the manslaughter of Reeva Steenkamp.
Prosecution to appeal Pistorius verdict
State prosecutors in South Africa say they will appeal the verdict handed down to Oscar Pistorius, along with his five-year sentence. If the appeal succeeds, Pistorius could face a 15-year sentence for murder.
Pistorius starts jail term in Pretoria
Paralympic sprinting star Oscar Pistorius has begun his five-year jail sentence for killing girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp. While the victim's family has said justice had been done, some say the sentence was too lenient.
When in doubt for the accused
Five years in jail is a just sentence for Oscar Pistorius says Daniel Pelz.
The rise and fall of Oscar Pistorius
Pistorius' career
Pistorius: 5 years in prison
Oscar Pistorius has been sentenced in a South African courtroom. He is to serve five years in prison following a manslaughter conviction.
Steenkamp's cousin pleads: "Pistorius should pay for what he has done"
Steenkamp's family urges the judge to give a fair prison punishment to Oscar Pistorius
Pistorius "broke and broken"
On the final day of Oscar Pistorius' sentence hearing, the prosecution has asked for "at least" 10 years imprisonment. His defense attorney argued a lesser sentence for their "broken and broke" client.
Pistorius hearing: athlete paid money to slain girlfriend's parents
Oscar Pistorius made regular payments to the parents of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp after he killed her, the athlete's sentencing hearing has heard. He faces up to 15 years in jail for manslaughter.
Pistorius sentencing hearing
On the second day of Oscar Pistorius' sentencing hearing, the defense has stressed his charity work to avoid him going to jail for the manslaughter of his partner. The sentence is expected to be handed down this week.
Pistorius: community service?
Oscar Pistorius should not go to jail for the manslaughter of Reeva Steenkamp, a social worker has told the first day of his sentencing hearing. The South African athlete faces up to 15 years behind bars.
Pistorius sentencing
Paralympic and Olympic athlete Oscar Pistorius is back in court in Pretoria on Monday after he was convicted of the manslaughter of Reeva Steenkamp. It could take several days for the sentencing to be announced.
AfricaLink on Air - 12 September 2014
Oscar Pistorius is found guilty of culpable homicide, escaping serious murder charges +++ Nigerian forces say Boko Haram attacks outside Maiduguri have been repelled +++ Ebola epidemic cripples Liberia’s economy
AfricaLink on Air - 12 September 2014
Oscar Pistorius is found guilty of culpable homicide, escaping serious murder charges +++ Nigerian forces say Boko Haram attacks outside Maiduguri have been repelled +++ Ebola epidemic cripples Liberia’s economy
Pistorius verdict
South Africa’s prosecuting authority says it was disappointed by the verdict on Paralympics sprinter
Pistorius convicted, but not sentenced
The high-profile trial of Oscar Pistorius has been adjourned until October when he will be sentenced. A Pretoria court found him guilty of manslaughter, but not murder.
After Pistorius
DW speaks with Craig Spence of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) about Pistorius' legacy.
Pistorius convicted of manslaughter
Oscar Pistorius has been found guilty of manslaughter at a court in Pretoria. Judge Thokozile Masipa had previously cleared the paralympic athlete of more serious murder charges in his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp's death.
Awaiting final verdict
Oscar Pistorius has arrived in court in Pretoria for the second day in a row to hear the court's verdict in the case against the former Olympian. Premeditated murder has been ruled out.
World class trial
South Africa's justice system was the winner in Oscar Pistorius' trial, writes Claus Stäcker.
AfricaLink on Air - 11 September 2014
Oscar Pistorius is ruled out of a murder conviction in the death of his girlfriend +++ ECOWAS wraps up security summit in Accra +++ 150 days since Boko Haram abducted almost 300 schoolgirls in Nigeria
AfricaLink on Air - 11 September 2014
Oscar Pistorius is ruled out of a murder conviction in the death of his girlfriend +++ ECOWAS wraps up security summit in Accra +++ 150 days since Boko Haram abducted almost 300 schoolgirls in Nigeria
Pistorius judge 'interpreted the law incorrectly'
South African legal expert David Dadic breaks down the first-day Pistorius ruling.
Pistorius verdict
The verdict on Oscar Pistorius by Judge Thokozile Masipa has triggered strong reactions.
Pistorius cleared of premeditated murder
The South African judge in the Oscar Pistorius murder trial has ruled out premeditated murder but is due to decide on Friday whether the double-amputee is guilty of culpable homicide.
Pistorius judge: no premeditated murder
The judge at the trial of South African Paralympic and Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius has said that he acted willfully on the early morning of February 14, 2013, when he shot his girlfriend. A verdict is expected soon.
AfricaLink on Air - 08 August 2014
Zimbabwe’s first lady Grace Mugabe is nominated to lead Zanu-PF Women’s league +++ WHO declares Ebola outbreak an international health emergency +++ Defense wraps up argument in Oscar Pistorius trial
AfricaLink on Air - 08 August 2014
Zimbabwe’s first lady Grace Mugabe is nominated to lead Zanu-PF Women’s league +++ WHO declares Ebola outbreak an international health emergency +++ Defense wraps up argument in Oscar Pistorius trial
Pistorius team: 'no intent'
A verdict in the murder trial of South African athlete Oscar Pistorius has been set for September 11. In closing statement, the Olympian's lawyer said there is no proof he intended to murder girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.
AfricaLink on Air - 07 August 2014
Murder trial of South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius enters final stage+++African nations mull over outcome of US Africa summit+++Ebola triggers states of emergency in West Africa as total death toll nears 1,000
AfricaLink on Air - 07 August 2014
Murder trial of South African sprinter Oscar Pistorius enters final stage+++African nations mull over outcome of US Africa summit+++Ebola triggers states of emergency in West Africa as total death toll nears 1,000
Pistorius a 'deceitful witness'
In the first day of closing arguments, the prosecution has painted South African Olympian Oscar Pistorius as a liar. The judge is to decide a verdict after the defense's closing arguments, scheduled for Friday.
Pistorius trial closing arguments
South African Olympian Oscar Pistorius' trial has entered its end phase, with lawyers set to deliver their closing arguments. The sprinter faces a minimum of 25 years in jail if convicted of premeditated murder.
An unfair advantage?
Amputee long-jumper Markus Rehm is a German champion. But sporting officials are asking whether his prosthetic leg gives him an unfair advantage, and his participation in the European Championships is in question.
Pistorius has no mental disorder
Mental health experts find South African athlete Pistorius was aware of his actions.
Pistorius 'not mentally ill'
The murder trial of South Africa's Oscar Pistorius has resumed in Pretoria. The Paralympian and Olympian, who stands accused of killing his partner Reeva Steenkamp, has in recent weeks undergone psychiatric tests.
Psych evaluation for Pistorius
A judge has ruled that Oscar Pistorius must undergo psychiatric evaluation. The prosecution had brought forward an application to have the former Olympic sprinter sent to a hospital to test the extent of his disorder.
AfricaLink on Air - 17 April 2014
Nigeria's president convenes his Security Council to discuss rising insecurity+++Guinea-Bissau set for presidential election run-off on May 18+++Prosecution discredits expert witness for Pistorius defense team
AfricaLink on Air - 17 April 2014
Nigeria's president convenes his Security Council to discuss rising insecurity+++Guinea-Bissau set for presidential election run-off on May 18+++Prosecution discredits expert witness for Pistorius defense team
Cross-examination completed
The prosecution in the trial of Oscar Pistorius has wrapped up its cross-examination of the Paralympian. The South African sprinter stands accused of the premeditated murder of his girlfriend.
Pistorius cross-examination resumes
The murder trial of Oscar Pistorius is continuing in South Africa, with more tough questioning from the prosecution. The chief prosecutor Gerrie Nel criticized Pistorius' courtroom apology to Steenkamp's family, calling it an "insincere spectacle".
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