livelihoods
Coverage of livelihoods in the Nexus archive.
- Official calls for effective implementation of solid waste management rules
An official from the Panchayat Raj Additional Commissioner addressed a review meeting, emphasizing the need to treat waste as a valuable resource to improve public health, strengthen village cleanliness, and generate livelihoods. The focus is on effective implementation of solid waste management rules.
- As the sea changes, fisherwomen in Tamil Nadu struggle to stay afloat
Fisherwomen in Tamil Nadu face increasing challenges due to rising temperatures, pollution, ecological degradation, and changing seas, which threaten their livelihoods. The article highlights how these environmental factors contribute to a broader crisis impacting their ability to sustain their way of life.
- Extreme heatwave grips Tunisia as wide power cuts fuel frustration
An extreme heatwave with temperatures reaching 49°C has gripped Tunisia, compounded by widespread power outages that have spread across much of the country this year. The outages, combined with water cuts, have fueled public frustration and concerns over livelihoods.
- Rivers local council bans commercial motorcycle operation
The Rivers local council has banned commercial motorcycle operations, citing improved security and road safety. The ban has raised concerns about lost livelihoods, unemployment, and transport disruption, with residents calling for alternative jobs before enforcement.
- As East Africa’s oceans change, coastal women build new livelihoods
Climate change and industrial fishing are threatening the livelihoods of millions in East Africa's coastline, prompting coastal women to build new livelihoods.
- Farmers’ group claims government policies threaten agriculture and livelihoods
A farmers' group claims government policies are threatening agriculture and livelihoods. The A.P. Rythu Sangham leader urged building a broader farmers' movement from the village level and involving youth in future struggles.
- Shangumugham beach restoration kindles hopes, but prolonged closure hits livelihoods
The Shangumugham beach restoration combines a ₹14-crore beach rejuvenation project and a ₹25-crore coastal protection initiative to address severe sea erosion. However, the prolonged closure of the beach is negatively impacting local livelihoods.
- Africa: The Unsung Heroes of Ocean Conservation Are Demanding to Be Heard
Women leaders from coastal Kenya gathered in Mombasa to share community stories, discuss challenges, and explore locally led solutions for marine ecosystem protection and livelihood strengthening.
- Kenya: 'We Only Have One Ocean' - Kenya's 'Mother Mangrove' Calls for Urgent Ocean Protection
Kenya's community conservationists are restoring carbon-rich mangroves, with Zulfa Hassan inspiring women to rehabilitate damaged ecosystems, which helps restore marine life and secure livelihoods.
- Ebola outbreak comes with increasing economic toll for DR Congo
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to escalate, with neighboring countries closing borders to prevent spread. These measures have disrupted livelihoods, leading to a significant economic toll alongside the health crisis.
- A faraway conflict threatens livelihoods in India's glass hub
Supply disruptions caused by Middle East tensions have increased costs in India's glass industry, endangering workers' livelihoods. The conflict has led to economic strain on the sector, which is a critical hub for glass manufacturing in the country.
- Afghan villagers turn to gold-panning to sustain livelihoods
Afghan villagers in the Hindu Kush mountains are resorting to gold-panning to sustain their livelihoods amid scarce economic opportunities. This activity provides a means of income in a region with limited job prospects.