By Kareff Rafisura, Ladislav Charouz and Elena A. Pronina* BANGKOK | 26 October 2026 (IDN) — Cities in North and Central Asia are growing quickly, bringing them face to face with the interlinked challenges of rapid urbanisation, rising population density, and heightened vulnerability to disaster and climate risks. World Cities Day is a good opportunity to consider these […]
EEPA reports on clashes erupt in Ethiopia-Kenya border town
BRUSSELS | 26 October 2026 (IDN | EEPA) — The following are the situation reports on the situation in Ethiopia, the situation in Sudan, the regional and international situation, clashes erupt in Ethiopia-Kenya border town, drone strikes cause power outage in White Nile, UK sanctions RSF and SAF officials Situation in Ethiopia (per 26 October) […]
The Old Bus Was an Adventure. Will the New One Last?
A schoolboy commuter’s memories of Sri Lanka in the 1980s and 90s — and a look at the country’s new Metro Bus service. By Feroz Deen* COLOMBO | 24 October 2026 (IDN) — In the 1980s and 90s, catching a bus in Sri Lanka was an adventure. Getting on was a struggle, never mind getting […]
A Council of Warnings in a World at War
From Ukraine and Myanmar to Haiti, the final days of September showed why the United Nations remains necessary and why its decisions so often fall short. By Ramesh Jaura BERLIN | NEW YORK | 1 October 2026 (IDN) — The United Nations Security Council ended on 30 September with a record that was neither empty […]
Tigray’s Renewed Conflict: How Drone Warfare is Reshaping the Battlefield
By Daniel Tesfa, Shim Masha and Filmon Gebremikael Addis Ababa | Ethiopia | 30 September 2026 (IDN) — Drone warfare reshapes Ethiopia–Tigray’s battlefield, while civilians relive the devastation of past wars. From Pretoria to Renewed War The Pretoria Agreement of November 2022, formally known as the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (CoHA), was intended to end […]
Global Poll: People Still Want the UN—But Want It to Deliver
Ahead of the UN General Assembly’s high-level debate, a 20-country survey finds strong support for international cooperation despite widespread anxiety about wars and the future. By Ramesh Jaura BERLIN | 20 September 2026 (IDN) — The United Nations may be struggling with wars it cannot stop, divisions among the major powers and growing doubts about the […]
Africa’s Public-Sector Reforms Need Leaders, Not Only Technical Expertise
The African Capacity Building Foundation and the Gates Foundation are expanding a programme designed to help officials turn sound policies into lasting institutional change. By Jeffrey Moyo HARARE, Zimbabwe | 19 September 2026 (IDN) — African governments must invest more seriously in leadership development if ambitious public-sector reforms are to produce lasting results, according to […]
South Pacific – Samoa: When the Ocean Moves Closer
By Thomas George Tofaeono APIA, Samoa. 8 July 2026 (IDN/Wansolwara) — Waves no longer appear in the usual areas they used to in many Samoan Villages, and the lands that connect our homes to the sea are becoming smaller. This raises concerns about how we should fight this threat. After heavy rainfall, it is saddening […]
Battle Intensifies Over UN Eritrea Rights Mandate
By Jaya Ramachandran GENEVA | 6 July 2026 (IDN) — For thousands of Eritreans worldwide, the UN Special Rapporteur’s office is more than an international appointment. It remains one of the few channels for victims, political prisoners, and families separated by exile to reach the international community. For this reason, the Worldwide Eritrean Community has […]
EEPA reports on flights suspended from cities in Tigray
BRUSSELS | 11 June 2026 (IDN | EEPA) — The following are the situation reports on Ethiopia, Sudan and Egyptian organised talks with Eritrea, TDF, SAF and Ethiopia’s FANO militia. Situation in Ethiopia (per 11 June) Flights to and from cities in Tigray have been cancelled due to escalating tensions. A draft Tigray proclamation has […]