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Nigeria: School Dropouts Face Hardship and Abuse
Child street hawkers are a common sight in country which tops the global chart for dropouts with 18.3 million boys and girls out of education.
Georgia: Political Choices Fuel Economic Fears
Amid rising rates of labour migration, some warn that a pivot away from Europe could gravely impact country’s economy.
Moldova: Split Referendum Signals Uncertain Path to EU
No consensus emerges as to whether Europe offers the promising future its supporters envision.
Georgia: “I Want to Play a Part in This Process”
IWPR project manager explains why she is volunteering as an election observer in a vote seen as crucial to country’s democratic future.
Georgia’s Fateful Election
Government and opposition alike know these polls will have a huge influence on the country's future.
Moldova: How Social Networks Amplify Anti-EU Narratives
An organised campaign of pro-Russian propaganda interests could have a major outcome on landmark referendum.
Moldova’s High Stakes Elections
Pivotal votes will decide whether the country continues on the path of European integration - or chooses closer relations with Russia.
Afghan Women Bear Brunt of Drought Burden
Looming crisis weighs heavy on those most often responsible for sourcing water to meet their household’s needs.
Divisions Emerge Within Afghan Women’s Rights Movement
Issue of direct negotiations with the Taleban proves contentious point among campaigners.
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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.