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A new citizen-led platform lets Nigerian voters upload and verify election results in real time, bringing transparency to a process that once took days. E Don Kast is turning smartphone photos into instant accountability.
Spain just declassified 153 documents revealing how King Juan Carlos helped stop armed officers from overthrowing democracy in 1981. The historic release ends 45 years of secrecy around one of Europe's most dramatic moments.
Dozens of American cities are rejecting mass surveillance technology after residents voiced strong privacy concerns. Communities from California to Connecticut are choosing transparency over tracking in local government decisions.
Poland's main gas operator is asking businesses and citizens to help shape the country's hydrogen infrastructure for the next decade. The move brings transparency to a sector that could transform how millions access clean energy.
A team of 15 volunteer engineers created powerful web tools that help the public search millions of pages of Epstein files. Their AI-powered apps turned messy government documents into searchable databases anyone can use.
The team behind beloved Dark Sky has returned with a new weather app that shows multiple possible forecasts at once, helping you understand when predictions are reliable. Instead of pretending weather forecasting is perfect, Acme Weather embraces uncertainty with transparency.
The company behind ChatGPT removed the word "safely" from its core mission as it shifts from nonprofit research lab to profit-focused business. The change raises important questions about how we ensure powerful AI technology serves everyone, not just shareholders.
China's renewable energy has become so affordable that coal power plants can't compete anymore, according to leading environmental activist Ma Jun. His two decades of pushing for transparency in pollution data helped spark this historic shift.
Kenya just unveiled a digital platform that makes every carbon credit traceable, ensuring communities benefit directly from conservation efforts. The registry puts the country at the forefront of fair, transparent climate action in Africa.
India's Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation is launching a public portal where 30 million property owners can verify their tax assessments and report corrupt officials. The move tackles decades of opaque billing practices that left residents vulnerable to fraud.
Ghana's National Apprenticeship Programme is equipping 2,000 young people with vocational skills, covering full training costs and providing modern tools to both students and master craftspeople. The government pays training fees directly to trainers through the Bank of Ghana, ensuring transparency and eliminating corruption risks.
Nigeria's football federation just equipped 30 referees with official FIFA badges and a clear message: transparency matters. With league matches now broadcast live on up to eleven television stations, officials know the whole nation is watching.
Ghana just hit the reset button on nearly a decade of questionable land deals, canceling thousands of incomplete transactions and introducing sweeping reforms to protect public property. The country's new rules require buyers to pay 70% of market value upfront, ending years of sweetheart deals that shortchanged citizens.
Romania has slashed its carbon emissions by 88% since 1990 while growing its economy, proving countries can clean up pollution without sacrificing prosperity. The secret? Democratic institutions, transparency, and smart investment in renewable energy.
After nearly two decades of authoritarian rule, Bangladeshis cast ballots Thursday in their first genuinely free election since 2009. Millions turned out hoping to shape a new political era focused on transparency, safety, and economic opportunity.
A new searchable database lets anyone compare how 100 major U.S. cities regulate police use of force. After years of buried policies and reform promises, communities can finally see which departments have adopted meaningful changes.
When two founders discovered "luxury" skincare could be made for just ₹19, they decided to do the opposite. Boldpurity is manufacturing clinical-grade skincare entirely in-house, bringing global lab standards to Indian beauty.
A consumer lawsuit in Nigeria is challenging hidden pricing on food delivery apps, potentially forcing the entire industry to show transparent costs. The case could reshape how millions of people understand what they're really paying for when ordering meals online.
LOT Polish Airlines just became the first carrier to show passengers exactly how much cleaner fuel cuts their flight's carbon footprint. The move brings real transparency to an industry working toward zero emissions by 2050.
After massive public pressure, Nigeria's Senate reversed course and approved real-time electronic transmission of election results. The move aims to restore trust in a democracy where voter turnout recently hit historic lows. #
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