Local communities
Coverage of Local communities in the Nexus archive.
- From coffee grounds to guinea pig bedding - the composters keeping it local
Composters are advocating for keeping food waste within communities as a valuable resource, similar to water. They highlight examples like repurposing coffee grounds into guinea pig bedding to demonstrate local resource reuse.
- Tiempo: Venezuela receives aid from local communities following devastating earthquakes
Venezuela has received aid from local communities in the aftermath of devastating earthquakes, as reported by Tiempo. The article highlights community-driven support efforts following the natural disasters.
- South Africa: Thousands of Soweto Residents Peacefully March Against Illegal Immigration
Thousands of Soweto residents participated in a peaceful demonstration against illegal immigration, expressing concerns about its effects on local communities, jobs, and resources. The event was reported by Daily Maverick.
- Can AI Grow Without Hurting Local Communities?
The article examines the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to develop without adversely affecting local communities.
- Attacks on Ebola centres intensify in eastern DRC amid outbreak fears
Attacks on Ebola treatment centers have intensified in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo as tensions rise between local communities and medical teams over burial practices. Mistrust and anger are growing due to clashes between traditional customs and health protocols aimed at containing the outbreak.
- Data center debacle is already roiling midterms — and AI companies may need to share the wealth to fix it
Data center development has become a contentious issue in midterm elections. AI companies are being proposed to share profits from local data centers through direct dividends to individuals or community investments as a potential solution to address local concerns.
- How to save the safari
The article discusses the challenges of balancing the interests of local communities, tourists, and wildlife to preserve safari ecosystems. It highlights the complexity of managing resources and priorities among these groups.