Laos’ Deepening Debt Crisis

Laos is facing a serious debt crisis in 2025. For many years, the government borrowed a lot of money, mostly from China, to build big dams along the Mekong River. The plan was to sell electricity to other countries and make Laos the “battery of Southeast Asia.” But the income from these dams has been [...]

Thailand’s Ageing Crisis Threatens Future

Thailand is facing a serious ageing crisis. Birth rates have dropped sharply, with fewer than 500,000 babies born in 2024, the lowest in over 70 years. At the same time, the number of elderly people is rising fast. By 2033, 28% of the population will be elderly, creating a heavy burden on fewer working-age people. [...]

Struggles Of Women In Conflict-Hit Niger

In Abala and Tillabery, Niger, most people rely on farming, herding, and trade. But violence and insecurity have made these jobs dangerous. The government’s rules, like closing markets and banning motorcycles, have made things even harder. Women, already facing limits on their freedom and land rights, have lost many small ways they used to earn [...]

Cheap Tire Shoes Help South Sudanese Cope With Crisis

In South Sudan, many people are struggling because the economy is very bad. The government can’t pay workers on time, and prices for food and goods keep rising. Because of this, more people are buying cheap shoes made from old tires. Shoemaker Emmanuel Achuil makes these shoes in the town of Wau. He carves soles [...]

Poverty Challenges Persist In Laos Despite Progress

Poverty in Laos remains a serious issue in 2025, even though some progress has been made. About 17% of families still live below the poverty line, struggling to meet basic needs. High prices for food, medicine, and everyday essentials make life more difficult, especially for people in rural areas. Many families try to cope by [...]

Struggles Of Women In Conflict-Hit Niger

In Abala and Tillabery, Niger, most people rely on farming, herding, and trade. But violence and insecurity have made these jobs dangerous. The government’s rules, like closing markets and banning motorcycles, have made things even harder. Women, already facing limits on their freedom and land rights, have lost many small ways they used to earn [...]

Poverty Challenges In Morocco

In 2025, Morocco is working hard to reduce poverty, but many people still live in difficult conditions. While things have improved over the years, many families still struggle, especially in villages and small towns. Life in rural areas is harder because people have less access to jobs, healthcare, and schools. In cities, some people are [...]

Eritrea’s Youth Exodus

Many young people in Eritrea are leaving the country because of long national service, poor living conditions, and lack of freedom. Although the government says national service lasts 18 months, many youths are forced to serve for years. Some work in bad conditions with no sign of release. This has made many flee or plan [...]

Yemen’s Economy Worsens Amid Regional Tensions

The conflict between Iran and Israel is hurting Yemen’s weak economy. The Yemeni rial has dropped even more in value, and fuel prices have gone up again. This is the fourth increase this year. Because Yemen imports most of its goods, prices are rising fast. The government is trying to help with a 100-day emergency [...]

Fuel Crisis Deepens In Afghanistan Amid Iran-Israel Tensions

Fuel and gas prices in Afghanistan have surged sharply following the recent conflict between Israel and Iran. In provinces like Kabul, Herat, and Nimruz, residents report serious hardships as prices for petrol, diesel, and gas have risen steeply; gas alone jumped from 48–50 to 65–67 Afghanis per kilogram. Traders say diesel prices increased by $280 [...]

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