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Alberta elections encompass a range of Canadian issues

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CANADA

The election on May 29 pits the United Conservative Party (UCP) against the left-leaning New Democratic Party (NDP)

South Sudan peace rests on resolving states impasse

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SOUTH SUDAN

Sub-national governance structures are crucial to the way patronage, power and control are exercised within the country

Multiple crises may unravel Ethiopia’s transition

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ETHIOPIA

An ambitious reform agenda is faltering amid interrelated national and regional crises and brinkmanship on all sides

Insecurity will hamper Ramaphosa’s state overhaul

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SOUTH AFRICA

Recent data show a spike in ‘contact’ crimes, while anger over gender-based violence is growing

Few options for post-Soviet 'shadow governance' zones

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CIS

Attempts to win recognition have failed and annexation by 'patron states' would present large challenges

Ethiopia stands on the brink of a deepening crisis

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ETHIOPIA

In the shadow of the conflict in Tigray, Ethiopia faces a multiplicity of regional conflicts

Myanmar: 'Nationwide' ethnic peace will lag election

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MYANMAR

Eight ethnic groups have signed up to negotiate for peace, but the November 8 election interregnum complicates any deal

Ethiopia’s local conflicts will pose governance risks

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ETHIOPIA

As attention focuses on developments at the national level, sub-national conflicts are boiling over

Islamic State impact will go beyond terrorism

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MIDDLE EAST

The Islamic State group's indirect effects will reach further than Syria and Iraq

Political variables may delay Middle Eastern elections

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MENA

Polls in the Middle East and North Africa rarely transfer power, but are still important tools of political contestation