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Following the money in Latin America
News Update
| Aug 07, 2009
Where revenue from mining and oil comes from—and where it goes—can be hard to determine in Latin America.
Geneva Convention turns 60
News Update
| Aug 07, 2009
New respect needed for international law designed to protect civilians.
As villagers flee new fighting in Congo, Oxfam works to bring them clean water
News Update
| Jul 14, 2009
Many are now sheltering with host families and often crowded into single-room houses with poor access to clean water and sanitation.
Crisis in Honduras: Oxfam expresses concerns
News Update
| Jul 13, 2009
Following the arrest and expulsion of Honduran President Manuel Zelaya on June 29, Oxfam is closely following events in the country.
Domestic Violence Bill set to protect women in Mozambique
News Update
| Jul 02, 2009
New legislation is a major achievement for Women's Coalition.
New coalition to monitor resource revenues in Cambodia
News Update
| Jun 24, 2009
Oil and mineral wealth could change the country, and a new watchdog intends to ensure revenues are well spent, and reduce poverty.
Peru overturns decrees, starts dialogue
News Update
| Jun 22, 2009
The government of Peru and indigenous citizens to move from conflict to dialogue on land rights and the best way to consult native people as they work to protect their territory and way of life.
West Africa asks, "Where is my gold?"
News Update
| May 29, 2009
Oxfam America and leading civil society organizations in West Africa are launching a week of action aimed at raising public awareness about the mining industry in the region.
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