The European Union’s governing bodies could see a significant shake-up as millions of voters head to the polls across the twenty-seven-member bloc, with consequences for transatlantic ties.

As South Africa concludes a set of historic national elections, questions remain on how its democracy will fare in response to a new set of challenges.

A lack of legal protections and supportive services coupled with pervasive corruption makes this population particularly vulnerable. Women and girls are especially at risk.   

The disregard paid to Sudan’s brutal conflict is an indictment on the international community.