The digital age offers a new global platform for this ancient form of protest to change the world, writes Stefan Simanowitz.

The UN’s special envoy attempts to revive talks between Morocco and Western Sahara, one of the world’s longest running conflicts.

In 1960 the United Nations adopted resolution 1514 which stated that all people have a right to self-determination.

Somaliland voters braved al-Qaeda threats to engage in “the devil’s practice” — but the result of the poll won’t be recognised outside the country.

As the world’s diplomats duel over her destiny, human rights activist Aminatou Haidar could be hours from death.