Aruba is a well known and beautiful island in the Caribbean. Its population is only around 125,000. However, it is estimated around 1.5 million people visit the island each year, that was until a global pandemic hit. COVID-19 devastated Aruba’s economy and is still in recovery from it, as the country relies heavily on tourism […]
The West African country of Togo is located on the Gulf of Guinea, filled with beautiful white sand beaches and lush forests. The country’s geography is met with a population of 9,304,337 and increasing. The population growth rate of the country is 2.4%. In the year 2050, Togo expects to maintain a population of 15,584,778. […]
Despite its short history as an independent nation, Eritrea has endured decades of conflict, economic insecurity and harsh leadership. For many Eritreans, the actions of President Isaias Afwerki have brought an air of uncertainty to the Horn of Africa. Here is information about the rule of law in Eritrea and efforts to help those who […]
Eswatini is a country located in Africa between South Africa and Mozambique. Poverty is an ongoing crisis in Eswatini, child poverty in particular. Children comprise 42.8% of the population, with 70% living in impoverished conditions. Poverty greatly impacts the education of young children. Here is information about learning and child poverty in Eswatini. Education and […]
The UN defines a disability as a long-term impairment that can limit a person’s ability to participate in society. It also defines poverty as an individual living off less than $2.15 per person per day. It is no secret that those with disabilities are at higher risk of issues like lack of security, low income, […]
Azerbaijan’s government and international initiatives are reducing elderly poverty in Azerbaijan, but the world still needs to take more action to fight it. The Asian Development Bank estimated that Azerbaijan’s poverty rate was 5.5% in 2022, as opposed to the World Bank’s estimate of 49.6% in 2001, showing a significant decrease in poverty. However, it […]
Senegal, the westernmost country in Africa, is a country of rich history and culture, however many of the Senegalese people continue to face the challenges of poverty despite its economic progress in recent years. As of 2024, nearly 36% of the population lived below the national poverty line, with rural communities being the most vulnerable. […]
Located in the Southeast of Europe, Serbia is a beautiful country, West of the Balkan Peninsula. Known for its rich heritage, cultural traditions and the beauty of its natural landscapes, it is unsurprising that it draws in an average of 1.85 million tourists every year. However, despite the positive impact tourism has on the Serbian […]
The Republic of Namibia is a country situated on the west coast of Southern Africa with a population of more than 3 million. The World Bank has ranked it as an upper middle-income country. According to the OPHI, more than 43.3% of Namibia’s population live in multidimensional poverty. Namibia includes high rates of unemployment and […]
Access to electricity is a fundamental driver of economic growth and poverty reduction. Without it, businesses cannot run, schools cannot provide quality education and healthcare facilities struggle to operate effectively. In Eritrea, where nearly half of the population lives in poverty, access to electricity remains a significant challenge. Only 53% of the population has access […]
