Development and
Cooperation

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Gender equality

Speaking out about violence against women in Cameroon

Years of conflict in Cameroon have exposed women to violence, displacement and abuse. Many survivors struggle to obtain justice, yet an increasing number are speaking out and demanding a greater role in shaping the country’s future.

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The Chinese-built Entebbe Expressway in Uganda.

Africa

China is a main character, but Africa needs to write the script

China has undeniably come to play a key part in Africa’s development story. The crucial question now is whether African countries can shape this role in line with their own visions.

Start-ups

Why we need to tell different start-up stories

Young, innovative firms don’t just have an impact on the economy – some also resolve social problems and step in when the state fails to deliver. For the most part, we hear virtually nothing about them. It’s time their stories were told.

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In the Digital Monthly Edition 7/2026

Innovative businesses as drivers of change

Start-ups

Why we need to tell different start-up stories

Young, innovative firms don’t just have an impact on the economy – some also resolve social problems and step in when the state fails to deliver. For the most part, we hear virtually nothing about them. It’s time their stories were told.

Fanuel Leul is a digital artist
Artist of the month

Fanuel Leul is an Ethiopian digital artist

Fanuel Leul creates digital worlds inspired by history and culture. Two of his artworks are featured in the D+C March issue.

A view of Singapore’s Central Business District, which supplies large parts of Southeast Asia with capital.
Start-up funding

“Capital is not neutral”

Southeast Asia is home to some of the world’s fastest-growing digital economies – and to large communities that are underserved in terms of healthcare, banking or digital services. For Integra Partners, a Singapore-based venture capital fund, this is an o

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In der Hindukusch-Himalaya-Region schmelzen die Gletscher
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Global environment

Restoring the planet’s environmental health is indispensable

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Plattenladen im Kenyatta-Markt in Nairobi
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Culture Special

Art with a developmental connection - compiled for you by the D+C editorial team.

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Kinder auf einem staatlichen Schulhof in Nigeria.
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Education

Around the world, access to education must be made easier and its quality has to improve

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Eine Sammlung von Geldscheinen und Münzen.
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Fiscal space

In view of multiple crises, state agencies must stay able to invest in crucial infrastructure and services

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A woman in Iran is protesting for her rights.
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Gender equality

Empowering women and girls is crucial to achieving gender justice.

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