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5 big losers in press freedom: Mali and ... Japan?
The annual World Press Freedom Index released today shows gains for Myanmar and others. Japan tumbled due to an informal ban placed on independent coverage of the Fukushima Daiichi disaster. Here are five of the notable winners and losers on this year’s list.
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Giving back: Eight innovative philanthropists around the world
The global face of philanthropy is changing. Donors no longer just open their wallets. They're actively involved in causes, use savvy business practices, and leverage what they give to achieve more good. Meet eight innovators.
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In Pictures: Monitor photographers in Africa
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In Pictures: Food security in Africa
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Gallery: Celebrities aiding Africa
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Change Agent In Africa, using ants and termites to increase crop yields
Researchers are confirming what African farmers already know: Termites and ants can be used to increase soil fertility and crop yields.
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2011 Reflections: Africa rises, taking charge of its affairs
Seven Monitor correspondents reflect on the world's hotspots. In this installment, Scott Baldauf says Africa showed signs of both the willingness and ability to solve their own problems in 2011.
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Five innovations working to empower women
Women produce more than half of the world's food but face unique challenges as farmers. Five innovative programs are helping them – and strengthening the world's food system.
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State of the world: Mideast boosts global democratic progress
Part 3 of the surprisingly upbeat state of the world: Mideast change boosts striking global democratic progress.
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For tiny Burundi, big returns in sending peacekeepers to Somalia
For poorer countries like Burundi, sending soldiers to join a UN or African Union peacekeeping mission offers financial and political benefits, as well as better arms and training.
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Good Reads: Was 2011 a banner year for human rights?
From the downfall of North African regimes to the humanitarian interventions in Ivory Coast and Libya, 2011 appears to have been the year when citizens and leaders took a stand on human rights.
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Leadership: Handpicking a new generation of African role models
The African Leadership Academy looks for specific traits – such as courage – in picking students who may lead the continent someday.
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Leadership: A constructive rebel bucks hierarchy
One leadership style leads a constructive rebel to break rules in diplomacy.
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Roasted sausage with tomatoes and onions
A simple one-dish dinner for chilly nights.
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Somalia famine revives debate: is it acceptable to patent aid?
Somalia's famine has boosted demand for the malnutrition treatment Plumpy'nut. But a patent curtails production – and has sparked intense debate over balancing business interests with humanitarian need.
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Why dictators now face civilian revolt, from Syria to Swaziland
Protests in a growing number of countries show that citizens have more tools at their disposal to throw their dictators off balance, if not out of power.
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Abaarso Tech, run like a business, brings top-notch education to Somalia
Jonathan Starr founded Abaarso Tech in Somaliland to unlock the potential of the country's brightest boys and girls.
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Janet Siddall helps African families through 'Grandmothers to Grandmothers.'
Ex-ambassador Janet Siddall works with those caring for those affected by HIV/AIDS through the 'Grandmothers to Grandmothers' project
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Africa: a continent to love
A Christian Science perspective.
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Five myths about Africa
Matt Damon, listen up: After five years of covering Africa, our departing correspondent tells how his perceptions have changed about a complex continent, including why some Africans resent celebrity visits.
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In Pictures: Monitor photographers in Africa
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Amid riots, Malawi's president issues harsh warning to opposition
A day after he called for peaceful dialogue with protesters, President Mutharika warned that he will 'smoke out' the opposition figures who he suspects are behind the violence.
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Malawi riots spread as president blames Britain, IMF for economic woes
President Mutharika says that opposition and civil society groups that led protests over Malawi's deepening economic troubles are behind the violence that left at least 10 dead.
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Despite threats, Malawi protesters rally against high prices, corruption
Like those in North Africa, nationwide protests in Malawi have been sparked by discontent over higher food and fuel prices, as well as concerns that the government is becoming increasingly authoritarian.
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An argument for further dividing Africa
Guest blogger G. Pascal Zachary writes that there are some countries, like Sudan, that could benefit from being split up and other countries that could benefit from being combined into one.
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Malawi's expulsion of British diplomat signals Africa's tense ties with West
Tense Britain-Malawi relations are symptomatic of how African nations are increasingly intolerant of Western criticism as China steps up its no-pressure approach to aid and trade.
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Life's better for West Africa's mothers these days, but conditions still dire: report
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Save the Children has released its annual report that ranks conditions for mothers across the globe. West African countries are near the bottom, as usual, but there are signs of hope.
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Marc Gold travels Asia paying it forward through little acts of kindness
'Shoestring philanthropist' Gold pairs tiny but powerful donations with acts of kindness
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Murder of gay activist David Kato sends chill in Uganda
An unknown assailant killed outspoken gay activist David Kato Thursday. Last month, he successfully sued the Uganda tabloid Rolling Stone for revealing identities of alleged homosexuals.
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In Pictures: Food security in Africa
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