Brazil halves the number of schools without access to water, says Unicef
Brazil has significantly reduced the number of public schools without access to water, according to a Unicef report released on World Water Day.
The family that drinks water from a contaminated lagoon to survive: "It has a very fierce taste"
The Mercado family in Chaco, Argentina, survives by drinking contaminated lagoon water due to a lack of clean water access.
Africa: 80 Percent of Rural Households Without Direct Water Access - World Water Report
A UN report reveals that a significant portion of rural households in Africa lacks direct access to water, highlighting critical global water inequality and its intersection with gender and poverty.
More Powerful Energy in the Field: 15,000 Residents of MS Will Have Three-Phase Network
The government of Mato Grosso do Sul has launched the MS Trifásico program to enhance access to three-phase electricity in rural areas, impacting around 15,000 residents.
Millions more households can get gigabit internet upgrade - check your postcode
A government-backed effort in the UK aims to provide gigabit internet access to millions more households, especially in rural areas, with a new postcode checker tool available.
Kaduna builds 36km road to link 66 farming communities
The Kaduna State government has started constructing a 36km road that will connect 66 farming communities in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area, enhancing their access and socio-economic development.
Electricity and Internet Access Limiting Rural Women's Growth — Women Radio Boss
The Chair of Women Radio emphasizes how electricity and internet access are key barriers to the development of rural women in Nigeria.
Prioritize Public Health Doctors in Medically Vulnerable Areas Due to Decrease in Public Health Doctors
The South Korean government has announced measures to prioritize the allocation of public health doctors in medically vulnerable areas in response to a significant decrease in their numbers.
Miguel Ángel Llamas (Podemos): "It is reasonable for León to have its own autonomous community"
Miguel Ángel Llamas from Podemos argues for León's own autonomous community while highlighting housing access and rural public services in his campaign.
Collapse of bridge leaves rural community in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas cut off
Residents of San Gabriel del Baba community in Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, Ecuador, are partially cut off due to the collapse of the only bridge providing land access to the village.
"Many mayors talk about health in their leaflets": access to public services and businesses at the heart of expectations for municipal elections
The upcoming 2026 municipal elections in France highlight concerns over public service access and commercial viability, particularly in smaller towns and rural areas.
Project offers free services for family farmers in Riachão do Jacuípe; learn more
A project in Riachão do Jacuípe is providing free services aimed at ensuring rights and access for family farmers in the region.
Heat and isolation amplify menopause symptoms in rural WA
Women in rural Western Australia experience intensified menopause symptoms due to extreme heat and limited access to healthcare resources.
Women’s Association Women are Tired of the Healthcare System
Women from the Women’s Association in Iceland express significant frustration with the country's healthcare system, particularly regarding access to general practitioners and language barriers with medical staff.
Fast cable internet and wealthy IT people appear together in the region
The article discusses the disparity in access to high-speed internet in Estonia, particularly between urban and rural areas, highlighting the socioeconomic implications of digital citizenship.
Osun senator facilitates road to boost healthcare, rural connectivity
A senator from Osun has secured approval for a five-kilometre access road aimed at improving healthcare and connectivity in his constituency.
Rural doctors in Ecuador receive up to $300 monthly with the return of the rural medical bonus
Ecuador has reintroduced the rural medical bonus for healthcare professionals working in rural areas, with payouts ranging from $100 to $300 per month based on location and access conditions.
Analysis finds urban areas in England where no one lives within 15 minute walk of nature
New data reveals that some urban areas in England lack access to nature within a 15-minute walk, highlighting disparities between urban and rural settings.
Senator secures presidential approval for 5km access road in Osun
Nigerian Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi has obtained presidential approval for a five-kilometre access road to enhance healthcare and rural connectivity in Osun Central.
There are 17,000 dry toilets in Estonia
In Estonia, about 17,000 households rely on dry toilets instead of modern sewage systems, though many have access to connections they do not utilize.
Abia begins construction of first local government general hospital
Abia State's Governor Alex Otti has laid the foundation for an ultra-modern general hospital in Ohanku Ndoki, fulfilling his administration's commitment to enhance healthcare access for rural communities.
Expansion of the energy network will benefit 2,200 families in Arapiuns communities
The expansion of the electric grid in the Arapiuns region will improve electricity access for 2,200 families in rural and riverside communities.
Good news for Illinois: received 193 million dollars to expand access to healthcare in rural areas
Illinois has secured $193 million to enhance healthcare access in rural regions, with annual funding aimed at supporting long-term reforms.
Drinking water reaches 56 rural communities with support from Banco Pichincha's Sumar Juntos program
Banco Pichincha's Sumar Juntos program has successfully provided access to drinking water for over 31,000 people in rural communities across eight provinces in Ecuador.
FIFO disability support workers to bridge geographical gap in regions
A new healthcare program will bring allied healthcare workers to regional Australia to improve access to disability support services through the NDIS.
Families 'looking down the barrel' of losing critical rural childcare access
Families in rural Australia face losing vital in-home childcare services due to the exclusion of these services from a government subsidy intended for childcare worker pay rises.
REA confirms progress on $750m solar projects
Nigeria's Rural Electrification Agency reports significant advancements in a $750 million solar initiative aimed at enhancing electricity access for millions.
Concerns Medicare changes obstruct rural patients' mental health care
Rural Australians express worries that the latest Medicare changes hinder access to necessary mental health treatment through video consultations.
Anambra Assembly passes bill to establish rural roads agency
The Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a bill to create a Rural Access Roads Agency aimed at improving road conditions and transportation in rural areas.
Strengthening the rental market in rural areas and making shared ownership loans more accessible
The article discusses proposals to improve the rental market in Iceland's rural areas and enhance access to shared ownership loans.
Aiyedatiwa’s aide defends Ondo tricycle ambulance amid backlash
A senior aide to the Ondo State Governor has defended the introduction of tricycle ambulances amid social media criticism, emphasizing their role in improving emergency healthcare access in rural areas.
News in New Mexico: Medicaid receives $211.5 million to strengthen rural healthcare
Medicaid in New Mexico has been allocated $211.5 million under the Rural Health Transformation Program to improve healthcare access and quality in rural areas.
Good news in New Mexico: $1 million in grants approved for health workers and the application deadline will end
New Mexico will provide $1 million in grants to support healthcare workers in response to low healthcare provider rates affecting community access.
Three Support Measures Available for Dairy Producers Affected by E-Piim
Dairy producers facing difficulties due to temporary payment delays at E-Piim can access three support measures through the Rural Development Foundation in Estonia.
Support Available for Agricultural and Food Product Producers to Participate in Food Quality Schemes
Agricultural producers and food processing companies in Latvia can access €2.452 million in support for participating in food quality schemes as announced by the Rural Support Service.
VIDEO: truck overturns after access road to farms and indigenous community is flooded in MT
A truck overturned on the E60 highway in northern Mato Grosso, Brazil, after heavy rains flooded the access roads to rural areas and an indigenous community.
Fight for schools close to home. The head of the Ministry of Education attacked PiS
The Polish Minister of Education criticized the ruling PiS party for ignoring the demographic crisis affecting schools, particularly in rural areas, while advocating for equal access to quality education for all children.
Residents of the rural area of Barretos, SP, have been isolated for four days after heavy rain
A severe rainfall in Barretos, Brazil, has cut off access for about 20 families living in rural communities due to road destruction.
Gyeonggi Province launches 'Happiness Delivery Communication Cart' to check on rural residents and sell groceries
Gyeonggi Province is starting a new service called the 'Happiness Delivery Communication Cart' to provide essential goods and check on the welfare of residents in rural areas facing population decline and aging.
Young doctors are facing changes. Is it a return to nepotism, or support for small centers?
The Polish Ministry of Health plans changes to the specialization process for young doctors, raising concerns about nepotism and access in rural areas.
Over 45 Million from the EU for Bringing Fast Internet to Rural Areas
The Estonian Ministry of Justice and the State Support Services Center have launched a funding application round aimed at developing high-speed internet access networks in rural areas with the backing of EU structural funds.
18 Customer Service Centers Start Operations in the Countryside of Ludza District
New customer service centers in Latvia's Ludza district aim to improve access to various services for rural residents.
Cities in the region receive edition of the Itinerant Cabinet of the Agriculture Secretariat
The municipalities of Valença, Barra do Piraí, and Rio das Flores in Rio de Janeiro will host the second edition of the Itinerant Cabinet project aimed at improving access to agricultural policies for rural producers and local managers.
The state promises to ensure connections to the islands even in difficult circumstances
The Estonian Ministry of Rural Affairs emphasizes the need for residents of islands to maintain access to essential services and transport connections, even during challenging weather and ice conditions.
South Africa: 'There Are Good People Out There Who Want to Do Good Things' - How Healthcare Services Are Being Taken to Rural Western Cape Farms
The Western Cape health department is collaborating with farms in the Cape Winelands to enhance healthcare access for farm workers, benefiting workers, businesses, and the government.
South Africa: 'There Are Good People Out There Who Want to Do Good Things' - How Healthcare Services Are Being Taken to Rural Western Cape Farms
The Western Cape health department is collaborating with farms in the Cape Winelands to enhance healthcare access for farm workers, creating benefits for workers, businesses, and the government.
44-Year-Old Man Dies in Motorcycle Accident on N-10 in the Rural Area of Petrolina
A 44-year-old man died in a motorcycle accident on the access road to Núcleo 10 in the rural area of Petrolina after colliding with another motorcycle.
Hendrik Johannes Terras: People are still waiting for the state to provide a door with opening hours... This is no longer reality
In an opinion piece, Hendrik Johannes Terras discusses the importance of access to services in rural areas, suggesting the consolidation of post offices and libraries in a single location as a solution.
Card identification brigades for farmers and ranchers began in Nobol
Provincial card identification brigades for farmers and ranchers in Guayas started in Nobol to help rural producers access institutional and private sector benefits.
Small municipalities have little credit
Many small municipalities in Italy are experiencing a banking desert, with nearly half lacking bank branches, impacting local citizens' access to credit.