Human rights
Kato Killing Must Serve as Catalyst for Change
US president has mourned murder of Ugandan Gay activist – Ugandan leaders should do the same.
2 Feb 11
Karabakh Brushes Off Democracy Downgrade
Political parties shun opposition stance by choice, not because of repression, officials insist.
30 Jan 11
Activists Get Their Message Across in Central Asia
IWPR has helped dozens of rights organisation to communicate more effectively with the public.
29 Jan 11
Uzbek Campaigner Slams Karimov Invite to Brussels
Concern at secrecy of trip by leader accused of major human rights abuses.
21 Jan 11
Human Rights Warning Over South Sudan
Security force excesses need to be curbed otherwise independence hopes may turn sour, observers say.
19 Jan 11
Uganda Ruling Small Victory in Gay Struggle
Court bans media outing of homosexuals, but they remain a vulnerable, oppressed community.
13 Jan 11
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