Small Changes

What is there to show for the $57bn spent on aid in Afghanistan over the past decade, and what lies ahead for the country's economy and people? Our panel explores the key issues

In the first of a new series of podcasts, we discuss what can be done to improve the lives of women and girls around the world - a major development challenge

In the first of a new series of podcasts, we discuss what can be done to improve the lives of women and girls around the world - a major development challenge

In a new series of podcasts from the Guardian, every month Madeleine Bunting explores the key issues affecting billions of people across the developing world

In a new series of podcasts from the Guardian, every month Madeleine Bunting explores the key issues affecting billions of people across the developing world

Soon the world's population will reach 7 billion. But do more people necessarily mean more problems? Have your say on the podcast

Soon the world's population will reach 7 billion. But do more people necessarily mean more problems?

Have your say on the podcast

On 9 July, southern Sudan will become an independent state. What are the development challenges and opportunities facing the new country?

On 9 July, southern Sudan will become an independent state. What are the development challenges and opportunities facing the new country?

The World Bank says soaring food prices have already pushed millions more people into extreme poverty this year. We examine what is being done to combat the problem• Post your comments on the podcast on talk point• View our interactive on the global food crisis