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Global Societies

For our Global Societies project, reporters around the world will be writing about societal problems, sustainability and development in Asia, Africa, Latin America and Europe. The series will include features, analyses, photo essays, videos and podcasts looking behind the curtain of globalization. The project is generously funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

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A Climate Deal that Could Become a Model for Others - Carmen Abd Ali / DER SPIEGEL

Debt Forgiveness for Cape Verde A Climate Deal that Could Become a Model for Others

Cape Verde is just one of many countries that are struggling under the effects of global warming. But a new approach could provide relief: Debt forgiveness in exchange for a climate fund. By Heiner Hoffmann und Carmen Abd Ali (Photos) in Cape Verde

Berlin Seeks to Recruit Skilled Labor from Africa - Nana Kofi Acquah / DER SPIEGEL

Germany's Migration About-Face Berlin Seeks to Recruit Skilled Labor from Africa

For years, many Germans were frightened by the idea of economic immigrants from Africa. Now, though, Berlin has begun to proactively recruit them. It is a drastic change from a history of skepticism. Von Heiner Hoffmann und Nana Kofi Acquah (Photos) in Accra, Ghana

China Battles West for Raw Material of the Future - Arsene Mpiana / DER SPIEGEL

Lithium Bonanza China Battles West for Raw Material of the Future

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is home to perhaps the largest lithium deposit in the world. China is eagerly trying to get its hands on the valuable resource, but the concession is controlled by an Australian company. Work-hungry locals are hoping the conflict will soon be resolved. By Heiner Hoffmann und Arsène Mpiana (Fotos) in Manono, Democratic Republic of Congo

Cape Town Women Are Waging War on Gender-Based Violence - Lee-Ann Olwage / DER SPIEGEL

Femicide in South Africa Cape Town Women Are Waging War on Gender-Based Violence

In few other places in the world are as many women killed as in South Africa. The country's president has even described it as "war." And it is one that a handful of courageous women are intent on winning. By Heiner Hoffmann und Lee-Ann Olwage (Photos) in Cape Town

Can Stem Cell Meat Save the Planet? - Amrita Chandradas / DER SPIEGEL

A Taste of the Future Can Stem Cell Meat Save the Planet?

Eggs, chicken and fish from the laboratory: Singapore is the first country in the world to approve the sale of meat produced from stem cells. Will it be enough to feed the world? By Maria Stöhr and Amrita Chandradas (Photos) in Singapore

A Simple but Genius Plan for Jakarta - Muhammad Fadli / DER SPIEGEL

Saving Indonesia's Capital A Simple but Genius Plan for Jakarta

Jakarta is sinking into the sea and suffers from terrible congestion and a trash problem. The Indonesian government is building a new city in response. But one architect wants to save her home – and the idea could become a model for other cities threatened by the climate crisis. By Maria Stöhr and Muhammad Fadli (Photos) in Jakarta

One Man's Crusade against Machismo in Latin America - Marko Ristic / iStockphoto / Getty Images

The Stain of Toxic Masculinity One Man's Crusade against Machismo in Latin America

Machismo is widespread in Latin America. Bogotás undersecretary for culture would like to change that and redefine what it means to be a man. He has developed a program for teaching men to cook, change diapers and talk about their feelings. By Nicola Abé in Bogotá

European Casts Covetous Eyes toward West Africa - [M] Carmen Abd Ali / Inland / DER SPIEGEL

Natural Gas from Senegal European Casts Covetous Eyes toward West Africa

Until recently, Europe had been urging Africa to focus on the development of renewable energy sources. But a natural gas project in Senegal suddenly has Germany, France, Italy and others flocking to the country hoping for a new supplier. By Heiner Hoffmann und Carmen Abd Ali (Photos) in Saint Louis, Senegal

Why Female Sterilization Is Both Widespread and Under Fire - Rajesh Kumar Singh / AP

Irreversible Contraception Why Female Sterilization Is Both Widespread and Under Fire

Female sterilization is one of the most widespread methods of contraception in the world, and some countries even subsidize the procedure. Experts, though, say that the women involved don't always have full control over what is happening to them. By Vivien Götz

Tracking Down Blood Gold in the Democratic Republic of Congo - Arsène Mpiana / DER SPIEGEL

Money for Rebels Tracking Down Blood Gold in the Democratic Republic of Congo

A group of rebels controls the mines in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo and uses the money to finance killings. The gold often ends up in Europe illegally. DER SPIEGEL is one of the first media outlets to document what is happening on site in the country. By Heiner Hoffmann und Arsène Mpiana (Fotos) (Photos) in Misisi, DR Congo

The Consequences of Reproductive Ignorance in Happyland - Kimberly dela Cruz / DER SPIEGEL

When Children Have Children The Consequences of Reproductive Ignorance in Happyland

Abortion is illegal under any circumstance in the Philippines. For years, contraceptives were only available to women who are 18 or older. The results of those policies are quite visible in one quarter in Manila. By Maria Stöhr and Kimberley dela Cruz (Photos) in Manila

The Train to Dependence on China - Thomas Cristofoletti / DER SPIEGEL

Laos and the New Silk Road The Train to Dependence on China

Since December, Laos has been home to a new high-speed rail connection connecting the capital to China. It is a boon for many in the poor, Southeast Asian country, but is it a luxury it can really afford? By Maria Stöhr and Thomas Christofoletti (Photos) in Laos

Brazil Has High Hopes for a New Strain of Wheat - Rogério Vieira / DER SPIEGEL

Farming in the Tropics Brazil Has High Hopes for a New Strain of Wheat

A new wheat variety in Brazil thrives in high heat and arid climates. The country hopes it will not only lead the country to self-reliance, but also make it a major contributor to the global supply. By Nicola Abé and Rogério Vieira (photos)

The Dystopia of São Paulo Holds the Key To Brazil's Transformation - Rogério Vieira / DER SPIEGEL

City of Inequality The Dystopia of São Paulo Holds the Key To Brazil's Transformation

São Paulo is a symbol of inequality. The wealthy enjoy incredible luxury while the poor are left huddling beneath highway overpasses. A portrait of the dystopian New York of the south. By Nicola Abé and Rogério Vieira (Photos) in São Paulo

Searching for the Final Suspects of the Rwandan Genocide - Simon Wohlfahrt / DER SPIEGEL

The UN's Wanted List Searching for the Final Suspects of the Rwandan Genocide

In 1994, Hutu extremists slaughtered 800,000 Tutsi using nail-spiked clubs, machetes and other weapons. A UN unit led by Chief Prosecutor Serge Brammertz is still trying to track down those responsible, but it is a race against time. By Heiner Hoffmann in Kigali, Rwanda

Standing Up to the Taliban's Burqa Decree - Julian Busch / DER SPIEGEL

The Courageous Women of Kabul Standing Up to the Taliban's Burqa Decree

Despite the Taliban's grip on power and recently introduced requirement that women cover themselves, some refuse to be intimidated. They organize demonstrations and continue to fight for their rights. We spoke to three of them. By Julian Busch in Kabul

Considering the African City of the Future - Gordwin Odhiambo / DER SPIEGEL

Massive Urban Growth Considering the African City of the Future

Nowhere in the world is the population growing as rapidly as in Africa. On top of that, rural flight has translated into burgeoning cities on the continent. It's a problem that is creating headaches for city planners and politicians as they search for solutions. By Heiner Hoffmann und Gordwin Odhiambo (Fotos) (Photos) in Kisumu, Kenya

DER SPIEGEL Reporting Leads Unilever to Stop Sexist Marketing Campaign - Stuart Tibaweswa / DER SPIEGEL

"Women Should Learn How to Cook" DER SPIEGEL Reporting Leads Unilever to Stop Sexist Marketing Campaign

If the husband is cheating, his wife should learn to cook better: Unilever's sexist marketing campaign in Uganda was a violation of its own standards. Following reporting by DER SPIEGEL, the campaign was suspended. By Heiner Hoffmann und Henry Wasswa in Kampala

The Case of a Missing Ton of Cocaine Highlights the Dangers of the Drug Trade - DER SPIEGEL

Africa's Gateway To Europe The Case of a Missing Ton of Cocaine Highlights the Dangers of the Drug Trade

Absurd wealth, devastating poverty, drugs and corruption: The story of a ton of cocaine that went missing in Guinea-Bissau highlights the deep roots of the drug trade in the country. By Heiner Hoffmann in Bissau

With the World's Attention on Ukraine, Suffering Is Rising Elsewhere - Joost Bastmeijer / DER SPIEGEL

Humanitarian Catastrophe in Somalia With the World's Attention on Ukraine, Suffering Is Rising Elsewhere

Ukraine isn't the only place where children are dying because of the Russian invasion. With all attention on the war there, aid money is drying up in other regions – including in Somalia, which is experiencing a devastating drought. By Heiner Hoffmann in Somalia

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