Governance

Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies have launched an insightful report on how they manage disasters and prevent them in the first place

Researcher provides evidence of Mauritian media not treating both genders equally

Africa needs more women in positions of leadership, and that will require socio-cultural change

Experts do not think there will be a middle class in Malawi soon

A new digital app helps to break the taboo surrounding girls’ menstruation in Pakistan

Social-protection systems not only offer a safety net for individuals; they can also help tackle crises affecting society as a whole

Benin faces continued official corruption despite the efforts of a special court

Credible and fair elections are needed, but look unlikely in view of political tensions in the DR Congo

Gender justice depends on women’s self-confidence, and public policy can make a difference

Amnesty International reports that Syrians returning to their country are subjected to arbitrary detention, torture and enforced disappearance