Receiving its independence from France in 1960, Niger’s young history as a true nation state is riddled with political insecurity. A landlocked west-African country largely covered by the Sahara desert, it struggles routinely with various health issues directly related to both its government’s own instability and the general militaristic instability in the region. The latter […]
Since Sudan’s independence in 1956, the country has been wracked with volatile conflict. The unyielding violence, an unforgiving climate and a tumultuous government controlled by military personnel are significant causes of poverty in Sudan. Although Sudan’s GDP per capita rose to $2,140 in 2016, unequal distribution of wealth and resources has exacerbated socioeconomic inequality through […]
Since declaring its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991, Croatia’s emerging economy has propelled the country to the rank of international tourist hotspot. The rustic beauty of its coastal towns, the glittering ocean waters, and historical cities make it a natural contender when choosing desirable getaway settings. With its undeniable destination appeal bolstering revenue, Croatia’s growing […]
Why is Libya poor? Before NATO’s intervention in 2011, it wasn’t. Per capita income stood at almost $12,000, making Libya the wealthiest country in Africa. By 2016, however, five years into its civil war, the average Libyan earned just more than $5,000 per year. For much of its history, Libya was rich because of its […]
Malawi’s poverty rate has been a critical dilemma, especially in its rural areas. Although the following issues below contribute to Malawi’s poverty rate, a great focus remains on promoting growth and improving Malawians’ standard of living. 7 Facts about Malawi’s Poverty Rate Malawi’s poverty rate has remained stubbornly high. More than half of the country’s […]
With more than $70 billion in debt and three defaulted bond payments, Puerto Rico is in a debt crisis. Almost half of the population of Puerto Rico is in poverty, according to the U.S.Census. There are five main causes of poverty in Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico’s population has fallen by 400,000 since 2004 When Puerto […]
In Benin, 36.2 percent of the population lives on less than $1.25 per day. Although the country is a stable democracy, corruption and a lack of economic development prevent Benin from raising more of its population above the poverty line. USAID supports Benin’s development in food security, human rights, gender equality and health. The best […]
Natural disaster, domestic violence and overcrowded health facilities endanger the people of Ecuador. Despite being an oil-producing country, Ecuador’s economic resources cannot surmount these threats. Twenty-two percent of all Ecuadorians live in poverty, particularly in non-urban areas, where approximately 42 percent of rural residents are poor. Below are three solutions to the question of how […]
The 2015 Ebola epidemic did not signal the end of Senegal’s health issues. Just like other developing countries, Senegal also has problems with the spread of common diseases. The spread of some of these diseases correlates with poor sanitation systems and infrastructure, but also concerns unique to West Africa. Here are the seven most common […]
In 1985, a New York times article stated “Unlike most other Caribbean islands, there are few signs of poverty on Curaçao or Aruba.[…] Air-conditioned automobiles are everywhere, and shops are filled with new American and European products.” Today, Aruba continues to enjoy low crime and a high quality of life. Defying the Odds In 2010, […]
