livelihoods
Coverage of livelihoods in the Nexus archive.
- 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.