North Africa

Egyptians Frustrated Over Direction of Revolution

Signs that many doubt the protest movement will achieve its demands of sweeping reforms.

Egypt: Hopes of Sexual Revolution Dim

Uprising stirred hopes of new equality between men and women, but little progress has been made.

How WikiLeaks Rocked Tunisia

Activist translated secret cables to show Tunisians the extent of government misdeeds.

Algeria Becalmed

A society scarred by civil war opts for caution.

Trade Unions' Role in New Tunisia

Workers’ organise to bring change and political progress.

Diaspora Keen to Play Role in New Egypt

Those living abroad say they want to contribute to building a progressive, democratic society.

Revolution Bypasses Upper Egypt

Ben Ali Conviction Euphoria Passes Quickly

Trial caught country’s attention but only served as a brief diversion from the faltering reform process and economy.

Egypt's Christians Fear Post-Mubarak Era

Signs that many are preparing to flee country because of concerns over Islamic extremism.

Moroccans Want Evolution Not Revolution

People do not have a problem with the king, but rather the pace of change within the establishment.