New dynamics add to South Africa election uncertainty

New polls and new parties suggest the coming election could be even more competitive than previously thought

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Afghanistan’s marginalised groups face increasing woes

Friction between the Taliban government and marginalised communities is increasing

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An effort by California Governor Gavin Newsom to increase funding for mental health services is in doubt

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Costa Rica’s medical device industry is booming, but still faces challenges

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Islamists, feminists and human rights activists are embroiled in a debate over reforms to the country's family code

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Public schools and hospitals have been gutted by the protracted downturn and political impasse

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Initial government success in cutting spending and lowering inflation will not be maintained as the economy declines

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The prime minister is into her fourth consecutive term, and fifth overall

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Tensions are growing over the lack of progress in the Tigray peace process

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Kosovo's ban on using the dinar risks driving more Serbs to leave while straining relations with Brussels and Washington

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