The New Faces of the Favela
Young people from the favelas can be so much more than just members of a drug gang.
Drug trafficking, one of the largest businesses of the world, causes too many deaths in Mexico.
Drug trafficking: the criminalisation of policies and politisation of crime
What do refugees expect of peace in their homelands? A radio programme is trying to improve the situation of Columbian refugees in Ecuador.
Ecuador's indigenous movement is one of the most powerful social movements worldwide. The transition into political office can, however, be a difficult one.
Lima, Peru’s vibrant capital has to cope with chaotic public transportation. Reforms are caught between corruption and opportunism - but progress is made.
The genre cumbia is not as well-known around the world as salsa or reggaeton. Yet it is considered the more authentic music.
Carlos A. Monteiro warns of the dangers of ultra-processed foods, noting that our personal and social well-being is at risk.
Monopolization of land ownership is driving up poverty and vulnerability in Brazil's rural areas. On the governance of tenure.
The expansion of big retailers in developing countries poses a challenge for food security.
Seed banks are a vital insurance for smallholders’ livelihood. A journey to Santiago Yaitepec shows the need and benefits of local, agricultural self-aid.
Indigenous communities in the Andes traditionally manage commons such as water. Their potential is still not exhausted.
In his documentary “La Buena Vida”, Jens Schanze depicts the Colombian Wayúus’ fight for their land against supranational energy corporations. A review.
In Brazil Graffiti is a weapon of the poor and disinherited. Artists are reclaiming the streets, using their fame to build and educate their communities.
The prison rates in Mexico City are higher as during authoritarian rule. A side effect of economic transformation, argues Markus-Michael Müller.
Sexual assaults happen daily in Mexico City, and frequently on public transportation. The Inmujeres organization is fighting for women’s rights and safety.
More than half of Nairobi lives in slums where they face stalled projects and poor service. But improvements could be made.
Terrorism, earthquakes, violence – global cities face various threads. 100 Resilient Cities helps them to be prepared.
Crime in Mexico City is a multi-layered problem. We asked two experts to break down the figures and cut through the complexities.
Tepito is Mexico City’s most notorious quarter. While the media generally focuses on violence and crime, Francisco Mata portrays the barrio’s inhabitants.
Beyond the world’s attention, violent crimes take place on unstable ground: Child piracy creates a legal dilemma that puts vulnerable juveniles at risk.
In Peru many farmers grow Coca to generate an income. After facing ruin when her crops were destroyed, Moly Checya has found a better alternative.
Uganda’s tech industry is booming – health apps being one successful part of it, but funding is still challenging.
Liberation theologians use Christianity as weapon in the fight for the poor. And in a way, even the pope is on their side.
Ever more sophisticated robots are taking over jobs. Poverty might follow in step. But there is a concept, often derided as socialist utopia that could help.