Pick of the week – 18/2/11
It’s that time again – here’s Ch16’s pick of the week. This is a quick round up of news and views from across the globe.
1. LRA regional overview
Check out this map that charts LRA attacks over the past year. It’s a useful visualisation of a very complex problem.
2. Uganda elections: what are the issues?
This blog is featured on the Guardian, and it gives an overview of the challenges facing Uganda as its election begins.
3. Tales from the Hood.
This anonymous blog reflects on the world of humanitarian aid. The latest blog discusses aid effectiveness.
4. Visualising the Egyptian revolution through twitter
The video shows the “dynamic network construction” of twitter users using the #jan25 hashtag. A fuller explanation of the video can be found at the Frontline Club.
5. Silly Bahraini Girl
A blog charting the current protests in Bahrain – this is a great insider’s perspective.