Governance and democracy

GIZ assists its partners in establishing democratic systems and networks across all social groups, as a way of identifying relevant solutions to political, economic and social challenges. We advise at every political level.

New ways to tackle the global jobs crisis

World Bank economist David Robalino describes the fight against rising unemployment.

The powerlessness of users

‘Privacy is a human right that needs defending now more than ever’, writes Constanze Kurz member of Chaos Computer Club.

‘Africa can capture the century’

Kandeh Yumkella has left a high-ranking position at the United Nations in order to push for progress in Sierra Leone.

‘Stop saying nothing has changed!’

Tunisians should be more proud of what they have achieved after the Arab Spring, says Amel Karboul.

Diplomacy revisited

Creative minds gathered in Montreal with a common goal: to shape the future of global communication.

Justice for all

A growing number of Afghans are aware of their rights. Mediators and legal advice centres are helping in this process.