IN FOCUS

Power, gender and secrecy: the struggle to reform the UN’s leadership

After 80 years of male leaders, civil society is mobilising to break the UN’s glass ceiling

GLOBAL GOVERNANCE

Madagascar’s Gen Z uprising leads to uncertain future

President ousted but replaced by military following electricity and water shortage protests

Cameroon: world’s oldest leader holds back the tide for change

Stage-managed election secures eighth term for 92-year-old President Paul Biya

Troubling times ahead for Czech civil society

Billionaire right-wing populist wins election despite corruption allegations

Nepal’s Gen Z uprising: time for youth-led change

Social media ban sparks mass protests, forcing out prime minister and offering lessons for movements worldwide

Moldova’s democratic defiance

Extensive Russian interference operation fails – but threats are far from over

Mali’s blocked transition

Five years of broken promises and escalating repression under military rule

Fresh hope for healthy oceans: UN treaty set to take effect

Years of civil society advocacy led to High Seas Treaty breakthrough – but many states are yet to get on board

ECONOMY | ENVIRONMENT

Oceania’s moment in the spotlight

Pacific Island states should use newfound geopolitical leverage to ensure climate action and uphold civic freedoms

GLOBAL GOVERNANCE

UN at 80: a struggle for renewal in a time of crises

General Assembly discusses Palestinian recognition and UN reform while civil society remains shut out

GLOBAL GOVERNANCE