Sudan Opposition Fails to Take Lead on Protests
Protest participants “aware, angry and hungry”, but formal attempts at consolidate leadership fail to add momentum.
12 Jul 12
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Kazakstan's Politicised Labour Disputes
Exiled trade union leader says his activism led inevitably to confrontation with government.
6 Jul 12
Sudan: Beginning of End for Bashir?
President under increasing pressure as student protests gather pace, but opposition forces still lack coherence.
22 Jun 12
Kyrgyz Elites Exploit Disenfranchised Youth
Political classes mobilise young people for their own ends.
20 Jun 12
Kazakstan Protest Movement Falters
Group formed after December’s violence in Janaozen fails to capture public imagination.
13 Jun 12
Janaozen Trial Gets Under Way in Kazakstan
Tense mood at start of court case in which demonstrators, not those who fired shots, are on trial.
28 Mar 12
Syria: Idlib is "New Baba Amr"
Activist says world seems to have forgotten about Syria’s plight.
13 Mar 12
Azerbaijan: For Some, Eurovision Means Demolition
Homeowners say they were summarily evicted and offered poor compensation in land clearance for song contest venue.
9 Mar 12
Janaozen Still a Live Issue in Kazakstan
Europarliament member describes meetings with oil town residents, and how the Kazak authorities are responding in the aftermath of violence.
5 Mar 12
Azerbaijan Town Kicks Out Mayor
Riot police called in as thousands mark displeasure with local leader.
2 Mar 12
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