Sustainability

Colonial past

German heritage in Burundi

In the early 20th century Burundi was a German colony – traces of that past can still be seen

Climate crisis

Germany’s path to net-zero emissions

How the next Federal Government must make Germany environmentally sustainable

Personal prospects

Many Nigerians seek greener pastures abroad

The big issue in Africa’s most populous country is worsening poverty

Relevant reading

Progress undone by pandemic

International reports show that Covid-19 has interrupted middle-class growth and exacerbated poverty

Skin-whitening products

Why lighter complexions are associated with higher status

The trade in skin-whitening creams is a sign of internalised racist ideas of beauty

Agribusiness

Fortifying crops

Bio-fortified crops can improve both nutrition and economic growth in Zambia

East Africa

Two African neighbours give peace a chance

Rwanda and Burundi are normalising relations after a nearly six-year dispute

Planetary boundaries

Consumerism is unsustainable

Why other world regions must not copy western consumption patterns

Blog

Why taxes beat philanthropy

The pursuit of the common good requires broad-based debate, public deliberation and responsible government

Cyber warfare

Strong clout in digital space

The rapid growth of digital technology has a bearing on global power relations

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