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Rwanda Tribunal Issues First Contempt Charge

Witness in trial of ex-government official alleged to have lied under oath.

What Form of Justice Will Kony Face?

LRA leader’s victims want him to be brought to account - but aren’t sure how.

Project Developments – 31 December 2006

Project Developments – 31 March 2007

Backsliding on Access to Information

The cornerstone of good governance is open information so that citizens can hold their government to account.

When Warriors Become Politicians

Real democracy in the Kurdish regions will only emerge when the criteria for leadership becomes accountability and competence rather than years of military service.

Journalists Seen as Enemies

Ministries move beyond press releases to provide the media with tailor-made stories - but it is still propaganda.

Security Plan Brings Some Relief to Baghdadis

A month into the Iraqi/American operation, residents are already seeing benefits. <i><b><a href="http://www.iwpr.net/archive/igr/igr_001.pdf">Issue 1 of the Iraqi Governance Report is available in pdf</a></b></i>

Failed Suicides Create Plastic Surgery Demand

By Amanj Khalil in Sulaimaniyah (ICR No. 219, 27-Apr-07)

Sunni Join Forces Against Al-Qaeda

Tribal leaders in Anbar province are joining forces to fight off the extremist insurgent group and build ties with the United States military and the Iraqi government.