August 2010

Nelson Mandela International Day

Subhead test

Some gains, but an uphill climb still looms

Year of independence promoted African freedom struggles

Despite spots of success, greater efforts are needed

Sobering numbers, but some bright spots

Beyond ‘heady days’ and sobering reality lies great untapped potential

Journalists struggle to give voice, expand freedoms

UN Global Compact urges companies to operate ethically

Cheick Sidi Diarra, UN special adviser on Africa, reflects on 50 years

Ups and downs give way to cautious revival

Autocracy gives way to multi-party elections and greater openness