In 2010, we were on the verge of some major breakthroughs in global health. In many cases, we were close enough that one more year will actually bring success.
Exclusive: Ambassador David Dunn (Ret) will serve as the acting Alternate Representative for Special Political Affairs at the U.S. Mission. He replaces Brooke Anderson who went to the White House to serve as chief of staff at the National Security Council.
Rape is once again deployed as a weapon of war in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. On New Years day, at least 33 women in the South Kivu province were sexually assaulted by a roving militia.
Thanks to everyone who came to our happy hour last night. It was great to meet so many of you in person. And for those of you who could not make it--don't worry. There WILL be a next time.
On January 9, it is all but certain that South Sudan will vote for independence. Our reporter on the ground gives us a sense of the mood in Juba, South Sudan before the polls open.
Darfur: Ibrahim Gambari, the Joint Special Representative of UNAMID, told staff in El Fasher today that the key priorities in 2011 include the need to work towards a more stable and secure environment, including the protection of civilians.
A must-watch video from National Geographic that spells out the historical significance of the fact that in 2011 the world's population will hit 7 billion. "It's not space we need, It's balance."