Discrimination

Indonesia’s ethnic resentments

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New – by Edith Koesoemawiria
More than two decades ago, Indonesia formally repealed laws that promoted discrimination against citizens of Chinese descent. Getting rid of the underlying prejudice, however, will take yet more time.
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New – by Hans Dembowski

Why taxes beat philanthropy

The pursuit of the common good requires broad-based debate, public deliberation and responsible government
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Easter Island
New – by Javier A. Cisterna Figueroa

Song of home

A renowned concert pianist left it all behind to open a school on Easter Island
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Inequality
New – by Ndongo Samba Sylla

A tale of rich and poor

African income disparities hamper the growth of a middle class
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Adult literacy
New – by Lawrence Kilimwiko

Getting back on track

Tanzania is launching a multifaceted programme to boost adult literacy rates
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Health care
– by Thuany Rodrigues

An over-stretched system

Brazil’s health-care system struggles to offer uniform service in the country’s poorest areas
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