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November 22, 2022
Inside the ongoing DRC protests
topic:
Peace and Reconciliation
by:
Robert Bociaga
Facing violent crackdowns, protesters in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continue to take to the streets. Here's why.
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November 21, 2022
African leaders must protect the Commission on Human Rights
topic:
Human Rights
by:
Bob Koigi
As conflicts and evictions rise in Africa, it is important to protect independent governing bodies that protect human rights.
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November 20, 2022
The EU at COP27 shouts louder empty promises
topic:
Climate action
by:
Abby Klinkenberg
While countries from the Global South demand Loss and Damage reparations, the EU buckles down on providing rhetoric.
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November 18, 2022
Academics must be protected worldwide
topic:
Freedom of Expression
by:
Shadi Khan Saif
University students and staff continue to dace unjust persecution throughout the world.
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November 12, 2022
Why India continues to slide down the Global Hunger Index
topic:
Food Security
by:
Hanan Zaffar
India's hunger ranking has once again slipped, pointing to the serious underlying economic and political issues.
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November 11, 2022
A lost cause?: Inside the fight to end Taiwan's death penalty
topic:
Death Penalty
by:
Sarah Li
Although fairly liberal, Taiwan retains capital punishment. And the public seems to be on board.
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November 09, 2022
The human cost of artisanal gold mining
topic:
Human Rights
by:
Regobert Manigha
Abandoned gold mines constitute a crucial lifeline for Cameroonian villagers, as well as a mortal threat.
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November 09, 2022
Populism and propaganda threaten Indonesia's elections
topic:
Election
by:
Leo Galuh
The nomination of right-wing Anies Baswedan for Indonesia's presidential election signals possible nationalist and religious propaganda.
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November 08, 2022
Colombia seeks an end to its war on drugs
topic:
Peace and Reconciliation
by:
Ellen Nemitz
Amid cultural and environmental challenges, Colombia's new government seeks different courses of action for preventing drug trade.
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November 08, 2022
Mobile clinics in Syria: a lifeline for the displaced
topic:
Humanitarian Aid
by:
Sonya Al Ali
An initiative addressing healthcare shortages in northwestern Syria is giving displaced victims of the war a ray of hope. But more support is needed.
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November 07, 2022
We must not marginalise religion in the global response to climate change
topic:
Climate action
by:
James Walters, Hanane Benadi
Many of the regions most severely affected by global warming are also among the most religious.
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November 06, 2022
Finland’s neglect of Sámi self-determination
topic:
Indigenous people
by:
Abby Klinkenberg
In a form of Neo-colonialism, Finland restricts its indigenous Sámi population from determining its constituents.
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November 04, 2022
Between taboo and disaster: Pakistani students fight for period justice
topic:
Women’s rights
by:
Samia Qaiyum
"We do not have any comprehensive plan for period relief. And the simple reason is because it affects women, not men."
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November 04, 2022
Before deadly winter, Afghans suffer from international abandonment
topic:
Political violence
by:
Shadi Khan Saif
As the harsh Afghan winter approaches, millions of children suffer from malnutrition and lack of resources.
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November 02, 2022
India continues its crackdown on Kashmiri journalists
topic:
Freedom of Expression
by:
Mir Musab
India's recurrent targeting of Kashmiri journalists from reporting without intimidation and leaving the country endanger press freedom and democracy.
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November 01, 2022
The challenging road to recovery for Brazil’s democracy
topic:
Election
by:
Ellen Nemitz
While Lula's electoral triumph over Bolsonaro is cause for celebration, the path ahead to mend Brazil's institutions and environment faces hurdles.
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