A collection of breaking news stories about the countries where IDEX works, and the issues we address.
Guatemala
Malnutrition Continues to Rise - 10/16/09, Miami Herald
The rainy season has not done enough to stop a drought that is exacerbating malnutrition. According to government officials, more than 460 people have died of malnutrition this year. The drought is also affecting other parts of Central America.
Nepal
World Poverty Reduction Day in Nepal - 10/16/09, Xinhua
Nepal marks World Poverty Reduction Day on October 16-18. The UN Millennium Campaign organized the three-day campaign for Nepal. The Prime Minister stated that the policies and programs set forward by the Nepal Government makes it clear that Nepal is committed to eradicate poverty and achieving the MDGs.
Mexico
GMO Testing Approved - 10/16/09, Agence France Press
Mexico approved its first permits for genetically modified test crops of corn. The government hopes to boost the maize production, which has been a highly controversial topic.
South Africa
Unsupported Small Farmers Take Action - 10/16/09, All Africa
A group of small-scale farmers have filed a complaint to the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) against the government. The small farmers are accusing the government of not assisting them to make a living and therefore undermining their human right to food security.
Zimbabwe
Soldiers Committing Sexual Violence on Farms - 10/08/09, SW Radio Africa News
There have been serious cases of sexual violence- including rape- by soldiers on farms they are invading. Armed forces continue to illegally seize land and are using sexual violence as a weapon. When women are evicted from the farms, they are also being exposed to sexual abuse.
Guatemala
Malnutrition Continues to Rise - 10/16/09, Miami Herald
The rainy season has not done enough to stop a drought that is exacerbating malnutrition. According to government officials, more than 460 people have died of malnutrition this year. The drought is also affecting other parts of Central America.
Nepal
World Poverty Reduction Day in Nepal - 10/16/09, Xinhua
Nepal marks World Poverty Reduction Day on October 16-18. The UN Millennium Campaign organized the three-day campaign for Nepal. The Prime Minister stated that the policies and programs set forward by the Nepal Government makes it clear that Nepal is committed to eradicate poverty and achieving the MDGs.
Mexico
GMO Testing Approved - 10/16/09, Agence France Press
Mexico approved its first permits for genetically modified test crops of corn. The government hopes to boost the maize production, which has been a highly controversial topic.
South Africa
Unsupported Small Farmers Take Action - 10/16/09, All Africa
A group of small-scale farmers have filed a complaint to the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) against the government. The small farmers are accusing the government of not assisting them to make a living and therefore undermining their human right to food security.
Zimbabwe
Soldiers Committing Sexual Violence on Farms - 10/08/09, SW Radio Africa News
There have been serious cases of sexual violence- including rape- by soldiers on farms they are invading. Armed forces continue to illegally seize land and are using sexual violence as a weapon. When women are evicted from the farms, they are also being exposed to sexual abuse.
Labels: Guatemala, Mexico, Nepal, South Africa, Zimbabwe
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