In Africa, gender equality in principle faces barriers in practice
Afrobarometer surveys in 39 countries highlight hurdles to women’s participation in politics.
Who votes with Russia?
A number of countries refuse to support Ukraine in the United Nations – especially countries that import arms from Russia.
The WTO is negotiating to solve a global fisheries crisis. Here’s what’s at stake.
Talks center on eliminating fisheries subsidies, a tricky goal.
On World AIDS Day, why the politics of AIDS is so important
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It’s World Toilet Day. Why do so many people lack adequate sanitation facilities?
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This chart shows the best and worst countries for women in the world today.
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Four things you should know about food security in Africa
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Information technology can help build peace. This is how.
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