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African Governments vs Social Media: Why the Uneasy Relationship? - Charlotte Cross
There's a need to ensure social media isn't used to incite violence, but can governments also be prevented from restricting citizens' rights?
Could Biosimilars Reduce Cost of Treating NCDs? - Dinar Kale
Despite their potential, the challenge of overcoming the gap between availability and affordability for low-income populations remains.
The Environmental Costs of Trump's Wall - Shonil Bhagwat
As Donald Trump pushes ahead with his plan, Shonil Bhagwat argues we should be building wildlife bridges on the US-Mexico border – not walls.
Banks Like RBS Still Look Risky, But Getting Too Tough Could Cause Greater Problems - Alan Shipman
After RBS fails the Bank of England's stress tests, Alan Shipman explores why eight years of economic recovery haven't cured the banking woes.
Spatial Models and Wicked Problems - Belinda Wu
How might spatial models and analyses help overcome longstanding issues related to development?
Autumn Statement 2016: Tories Shift to Growth Strategy in an Ed Balls-Style Pirouette - Alan Shipman
Hammond has taken an oddly similar stance to former shadow chancellor Ed Balls: running a deficit and boosting infrastructure spending.
Tanzania's Social Media Policing Increases Risks of Government Abuse - Charlotte Cross
Rather than fraud, the biggest cyber security concern for many Tanzanians is the risk of inadvertently becoming a perpetrator of politically-defined cybercrime.
How to Implement the People-centred Element of the New Urban Agenda? - Philipp Horn
The UN Habitat III conference sees calls for research to make sure that people – not profit – are at forefront of local implementation practices.
Kenyan and Tanzanian Medicine Producers Deserve a Shot in the Arm - Samuel Wangwe & Maureen Mackintosh
Local production of medicines can create a win-win situation for health and employment.
Banking 'Shake-Up' Relies Too Much on Customers Shopping Around - Jonquil Lowe
A common cry from regulators is that customers must shop around for the best offer – but research shows households rarely look for a better banking deal.
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