How poor families survive during the summer without school meals
The article discusses how poor families in rural Argentina cope during summer when school meals are unavailable, often resorting to hunting for food.
In 18 years, the paramo management plan faces the challenge of reducing poverty for locals: 'Many families prefer to migrate in search of better economic conditions'
Ecuador's paramo management plan, initiated 18 years ago, aims to restore ecosystems and alleviate poverty, but migration trends show persistent challenges for rural communities.
Blue sky over Beijing makes villagers shiver
Despite cleaner air in Beijing, rural residents struggle to heat their homes during the cold winter months due to low wages and the phase-out of coal.
Uganda: Millions in Rural Uganda Still 'Working for Stomach,' Museveni Says
President Museveni acknowledges that despite government efforts, millions of Ugandans remain engaged in subsistence farming.
South Africa: How Rural Communities Can Help Fix Their Water Supply
The article discusses how rural communities in South Africa can take active roles in improving their water supply amidst municipal failures.