Tag: poverty
Conflict-Driven Hunger Kills upto 21,000 Daily
Between 7,000 to 21,000 people are likely dying each day from hunger in conflict-affected countries. This is according to a new Oxfam...
Developing Economies: Poverty and Debt Challenges Persist
While many developing economies are experiencing robust growth, global poverty and debt challenges remain significant concerns. A recent report from UNDP highlights...
Five Richest Men More Than Doubled Their Fortunes
Oxfam's latest report exposes the stark reality of global inequality, with the world's richest men doubling their fortunes while billions face poverty. Discover the soaring corporate power, billionaires' unchecked influence, and urgent calls for radical government intervention to bridge the widening wealth chasm.
Africa Flock to Rivers and Cities, Amplifying Climate-Induced Risks
A groundbreaking study reveals that climate change-induced droughts in Africa have led populations to migrate toward rivers and cities, increasing flood risks. Explore the cyclical nature of this migration, exemplified by Somalia's challenges, and the urgent need for proactive strategies and governmental support in the face of climate-induced displacement
2023: A Year of Inequality and Unprecedented Challenges
2023: A Year of Inequality and Unprecedented Challenges
Hunger Tops List of Issues Impacting Children
Save the Children's global survey highlights hunger as the top concern for children worldwide, emphasizing the urgency of the hunger crisis intensified by the climate crisis, conflict, and COVID-19. While adults prioritize hunger, children at COP28 stress the profound impact of climate change on their future
Climate Crisis in Asia-Pacific: Urgent Need for Transition
Discover the profound impacts of the climate crisis in the Asia-Pacific region, from extreme weather to rising sea levels. Explore the urgent need for sustainable policies to safeguard human development and secure a better future.
Alarming Surge in Child Poverty Across Wealthy Nations
Dive into the latest UNICEF report uncovering a concerning rise in child poverty across wealthy nations. Discover key findings, the lasting impact of childhood poverty, and actionable policy recommendations to secure a brighter future for children.
Soaring Poverty and Economic Decline in Palestine If War Persists
The UN Development Programme (UNDP) and ESCWA release a rapid assessment predicting a 34% rise in poverty and an 8.4% drop in GDP if the Gaza war persists for a second month. The report highlights the urgent need for a humanitarian ceasefire, emphasizing the devastating socio-economic consequences, with projections pointing to a potential 45% increase in poverty and a decline in the Human Development Index. The assessment sheds light on the long-lasting effects on development and the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region.
Asia-Pacific Sees Poverty Reduction, But Inequalities Persist
The Asia-Pacific region has achieved rapid poverty reduction, with over 1.5 billion people lifted out of extreme poverty over the past few generations. While this is a remarkable achievement, challenges persist, including entrenched inequalities and disruptive forces, said The 2024 Asia-Pacific Human Development Report Making our Future: New Directions for Human Development in Asia and the Pacific.
