The Boss is a She
The story of Chiman, head of a cleaning company in Sulaimaniyah, showing how she manages the dual role of running her own business and being a mother.
Story of Gulla
Gulla is a cleaner from Sulaimaniyah. Her life, in a nutshell, reflects the hardship women face in Iraqi Kurdistan because of tribal traditions.
Story of Shaida
A profile of Shaida, a young woman who makes documentaries in Iraq.
A Man's World
A snapshot of Sulaimaniyah’s bazaar, exploring the problems women face when they go shopping in a male-dominated society.
Far From Home
Rascha is a female journalist who had to flee from Basra. She now works for the al-Faeha Channel in Sulaimaniyah, but misses her hometown and longs to go back.
Jobless Female Students Losing Hope
Lack of opportunities and growing conservatism prompts many to contemplate emigration.
Mugabe Uses UN Speech to Attack West
The president’s address to UN General Assembly followed close on a successful constitutional deal backed by the opposition.
US May Tighten Screws on Zimbabwe
As the international community steps up the pressure on President Robert Mugabe’s regime, American officials consider tougher sanctions.
No Cause for Celebration on Mugabe's Birthday
As Mugabe turns 83, Zimbabweans hope he won’t stay in power much longer.
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Ukraine Justice: “Reporting the Story is Just the Start”
Journalists need training and support to properly cover war crimes trials.
Ugandan Women Pay the Price of Exploitation
Activists warn that vulnerable domestic workers risk abuse, often returning with serious health conditions.
Harsh Victory at Position X
Commitment, sacrifice and luck secured a vital early win in the south-eastern campaign, but can Ukrainian forces press on?
Behind the Wheel in a Macho City
Some women face Adana's male-dominated traffic chaos for a living.
Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.