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At a meeting in the island nation of Tuvalu in October, decision-makers gained an insight into the impacts of climate change in the run-up to COP31.

World climate conference

“The mood is extremely tense”

Given the geopolitical situation and the rise of authoritarian forces around the world, climate policy expert Axel Michaelowa says he does not have high expectations for COP31 in Antalya. But he explains where he’s seeing progress nonetheless.

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Protest against gender-based violence in South Africa in September.

Gender equality

For women in South Africa, working until dark is not an option

Gig work via digital platforms offers South African women new ways to earn money. But safety concerns and childcare responsibilities can limit when and where they work and how much they earn.

Playing chess in Marottichal.

Drugs and communities

When an Indian village chose chess over alcohol

Once known for illicit liquor production and alcoholism, Marottichal has transformed into India’s “Chess Village”, writing a story of hope, change and the spirit of sport.

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In the Digital Monthly Edition 11/2026

Drugs, despair, dependency

Playing chess in Marottichal.
Drugs and communities

When an Indian village chose chess over alcohol

Once known for illicit liquor production and alcoholism, Marottichal has transformed into India’s “Chess Village”, writing a story of hope, change and the spirit of sport.

Brewing and selling alcohol is a source of income in an environment that offers few formal employment opportunities.
Traditional brewing

Drinking and brewing in one of Africa’s largest refugee camps

At the Kakuma refugee camp in northern Kenya, the sale and consumption of locally brewed alcohol are part of everyday life.

Men in a bar in Kano – drinking alcohol has become a pastime in Nigeria.
Alcohol

Why alcohol is a threat to public health in Nigeria

Reforms to the Nigerian healthcare system could be undermined by rising levels of harmful drinking. To tackle this problem, measures such as a stricter regulatory framework, better enforcement of regulations and higher taxes are needed.

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In der Hindukusch-Himalaya-Region schmelzen die Gletscher
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Global environment

Restoring the planet’s environmental health is indispensable

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Plattenladen im Kenyatta-Markt in Nairobi
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Culture Special

Art with a developmental connection - compiled for you by the D+C editorial team.

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Kinder auf einem staatlichen Schulhof in Nigeria.
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Education

Around the world, access to education must be made easier and its quality has to improve

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Eine Sammlung von Geldscheinen und Münzen.
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Fiscal space

In view of multiple crises, state agencies must stay able to invest in crucial infrastructure and services

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A woman in Iran is protesting for her rights.
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Gender equality

Empowering women and girls is crucial to achieving gender justice.

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