Economist Podcasts Press to exit: Hong Kong’s media arrests
Jun 18, 2021
Sue-Lin Wong, The Economist's China correspondent in Hong Kong, discusses the dire state of press freedom following police raids on pro-democracy media. She highlights the chilling impact of a national security law on journalists. Avantika Chilkoti shares insights from Europe’s and Africa’s largest slums, revealing how the pandemic exacerbated hardships for residents. She emphasizes personal stories, particularly of young women, and urges new solutions to alleviate urban poverty, all while showcasing the evolving camel trade practices in Somaliland.
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Contrasting Slums
- Kibera in Nairobi, known as Africa's largest slum, exemplifies extreme poverty with makeshift huts and open refuse.
- Cañada Real, Europe's largest slum near Madrid, has areas resembling middle-income neighborhoods, but lacks basic services.
Pandemic Impact
- Dua, 17, from Cañada Real, struggled with lack of electricity for online schooling during the pandemic.
- Winnie, from Kibera, works multiple jobs but can't afford a mud house for herself and her son due to lost income.
Slum Dwellers' Vulnerability
- Slum dwellers, working informally, lack government support, making them vulnerable during crises like the pandemic.
- Social distancing and other measures are difficult due to density and lack of resources like water and masks.