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Forty-five Hong Kong pro-democracy activists jailed up to 10 years in landmark national security case
The U.S government said the 45 were punished for peaceful participation in political activities under the protection of Basic Law while the HK government insisted on the severity of the crime.
Can mobile medicine solve the health crisis in Morocco’s remote villages?
Advanced communication technology is allowing medical services to be provided remotely, ensuring equal access to treatment and contributing to the democratization of healthcare in Morocco.
Reflections on youth-led movements against state repression in Bangladesh and Indonesia
Grassroots approaches not only ensure the continuity of the movement but could also strengthen solidarity and trust among protesters, deepening the connection to local communities, which is vital for sustained resistance.
Failed assassination attempt sparks speculations of power struggle in Uzbekistan
The timing of the incident stirred discussions of a possible power struggle unfolding among different groups close to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to solidify their position as his future successor.
The second scramble for Africa: The EU’s Global Gateway Strategy
The EU is looking to offer an alternative to China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). But will it's Global Gateway Strategy be a boon for the continent or perpetuate colonial patterns?
China's impact on the Rogun Dam Project in Tajikistan
Tajikistan's Rogun Dam Project is one of the most ambitious hydroelectric projects in the world. Do the ballooning costs, environmental concerns, and human rights abuses outweigh the potential benefits?
Nigeria ranks lowest among Sub-Saharan African countries in women’s representation in parliament
Nigeria ranks lowest among Sub-Saharan African countries in terms of women’s representation in politics. Some of the barriers include an unfavorable political system, social and cultural barriers, and gender-based violence.
Mass killings leave dozens dead, rattling Chinese society
After a spate of mass attacks in China where the perpetrators were supposedly ‘taking revenge on society’, some are calling for reform and greater social support.
Ecuador grapples with 14-hour blackouts, climate change, and alleged corruption
Ecuador's energy crisis has deepened to 14 hours a day without electricity, while Daniel Noboa's government blames the drought and past governments.
In Russia, people with diabetes face an unending financial burden
For many in Russia's interior regions, many of whom are barely making ends meet, managing diabetes can be an expensive and stressful process.
Scores of Nepalis tricked into joining the Russian army
A Nepali cook falsely recruited in the Russian Army started seeking a way to escape when he saw his name on a roster of soldiers being sent to the frontlines.
China's investment in agriculture in Tajikistan: A focus on growth and pesticide use
Beginning in 2012, Tajikistan leased around 18,000 hectares of arable land to China for agricultural cultivation. Over ten years later, how has this turned out for the Tajik economy and its farmers?
Why tech giants must do more for African language inclusion
About 523 of the 3,000 dying and endangered languages that will become extinct in the world by the end of the 21st century are spoken in Africa.
The transformative potential of AI and digital tools in securing the integrity of elections in Africa
Platforms like Full Fact in the UK and Africa Check in South Africa use AI to scan political speeches, news stories, and social media posts for misinformation.
Torture, abuse, and degredation are rampant in Azerbaijani prisons
In Azerbaijani prisons, torture and ill-treatment are common. But for queer inmates, the persecution is much worse. The existing legislation offers no legal remedies.
Montenegrin civil society condemns initiative for Russia-style ‘Foreign Agents’ Law
Montenegro is the latest Balkan country trying to adopt a Foreign Agents Law, which would effectively cripple civil society and force any NGOs receiving foreign aid to be labeled "foreign agents."
Exploring Mexican identity and the human soul through Marlene Pasini's poetry
With poetry and mysticism, Marlene Pasini takes readers down roads of identity and memory in a journey between the earth and the Mexican soul.
Protests erupt in New Zealand over Treaty Principles Bill
"This bill fails to uphold the promises made in the Treaty and disregards the voices of Māori."
Smog chokes Pakistan's Punjab province as AQI soars to 1,900 in Lahore and 2,000 in Multan
With smog intensity escalating in Lahore at the end of October, affecting its 13 million residents, the Punjab government imposed a “green lockdown” and set up a “smog war room.”
Nuclear referendum disheartens Kazakhstan’s opposition
A few days before the referendum, police detained about 40 activists across the country.
Togolese expert Kofi Sika Latzoo explains the video game industry's impact on the African economy
The creative economy provides jobs across several sub-sectors, including music, art, cinema, and video games, which generate millions, even billions, of US dollars.
