Uphill Task for Liberian President
In Liberia and Nigeria, women with successful international careers have returned home to take on a mountain of social and economic challenges.
Will ICC Prosecutions Threaten Ugandan Peace Process?
As the International Criminal Court seeks the arrest of top rebel leaders in northern Uganda, some of those involved in the peace process say it is not the right time for prosecutions.
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By IWPR staff in The Hague (TU No 430, 18-Nov-05)
Ruling Tajik Party Looks Set for Easy Win
Pro-presidential party remains an administrative tool for President Rahmonov rather than a strong ideological voice.
Uzbek Bank Closure “Political”
Official claims that Business Bank was liquidated for violating laws are being challenged.
Kyrgyz Politicians Feel Public's Wrath
Wave of violence as ordinary people dispense their own brand of justice against wealthy politicians.
Uganda: Even-Handed ICC Approach Urged
International Criminal Court under pressure to investigate crimes committed by Uganda’s army.
Are Condoms Still Key to Ugandan AIDS Fight?
Campaigners fear US pressure for abstinence-only prevention programmes has prompted a strategy change.
Liberia: Taylor Casts a Long Shadow
As Liberia went to the polls, exiled president Charles Taylor remained an unspoken force to be reckoned with.
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Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.