Robert Draper

This small Balkan country won its independence from Serbia 15 years ago, but still waits for justice for wartime victims and global recognition as a new nation.

For 50 years, UNESCO’S venerable list has recognized places of “outstanding universal value” for protection. But it comes with challenges from development to overtourism.

Drežnica’s unique breed, celebrated in a folk song, is known for its shaggy appearance, independent streak, and delicious cheese.

Photographers use their cameras as tools of exploration, passports to inner sanctums, instruments for change. Their images are proof the photography matters-now more than ever.

The city is bursting with a get-rich spirit that has made Nigeria’s economy the continent’s largest.

For decades Libyans lived under a dictator who twisted their past. Now they must imagine their future.

Was the Kingdom of David and Solomon a glorious empire—or just a little cow town? It depends on which archaeologist you ask.

As the global population soars toward nine billion by 2045, this corner of Africa shows what’s at stake in the decades ahead. The Rift is rich in rainfall, deep lakes, volcanic soil, and biodiversity. It is also one of the most densely populated places on Earth. A desperate competition for land and resources—and between people and wildlife—has erupted here with unspeakable violence. How can the conflict be stopped? Will there be any room left for the wild?

As demand soars for powerful batteries, Bolivia dreams of striking it rich by tapping its huge lithium deposit. But will its people benefit?

The island’s geographic isolation created a wonderland of biological richness. Now population pressures and political turmoil speed the plunder of its rosewood, minerals, and gems.

Mogadishu is ground zero for the failed state of Somalia, a place where pirates and terrorists rule. Yet to the north, the breakaway region of Somaliland is stable and at peace. What happened?

The Monks of Mount Athos

The statues rewrote history, reflecting the values of those who erected them. Removing them won’t erase history.

Technology and our increasing demand for security have put us all under surveillance. Is privacy becoming just a memory?

Inspired by Silicon Valley, young entrepreneurs are bringing life-improving innovations to sub-Saharan communities.

Passengers travel by overloaded freight barges on 1,000-mile journeys that can take months.

“Oh, my God. This is going to be a huge one.”

On assignment for NatGeo in Kinshasa, writer Robert Draper met an artist—and commissioned a portrait of his pet.