Families joined the call to 'Make Poverty History' at a recent demonstration in the UK. © Peter Armstrong

The public has been taking to the streets over the past few years to hold governments accountable for their promises--promises to uphold democracy and the rule of law, promises to combat climate change, and above all, promises to "Make Poverty History." Find out about the next month of action to combat poverty, which begins one week from today, in the news section. Also in that section...   more »

Independence Arch, Accra. Ghana was a top-10 business reformer in 2005/2006. © Bernard Haven

Africa has been in the news of late for issues of war and peace, but the business of normal life continues throughout much of the continent. A new report says the business climate has been getting better in many African countries, which bodes well for development prospects across the continent...   more »