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“Justice, fertile land and freedom”
Written by Kapell
“Justice, land and freedom”, a famous saying went during the Mexican Revolution. Today, Mexico’s land represents more than simply a percent of GDP; Mexico’s land has been for centuries a symbol of its culture and identity. Unfortunately, the poor management and constant degradation of this precious resource may one day […]
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The Wealth of a Nation: How Norway Escaped the Oil Curse
Written by kammathordarson
While oil may be a cause of corruption and unaccountable government in many countries, Norway has been able set aside its resource wealth to invest in the country’s future. Norway has struck oil yet again, and each time there is a major oil discovery in Norway, the population is set to […]
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Forcible Resettlement and Land Grabs in Ethiopia
Written by ArriannaMarie
Ethiopia is Africa’s biggest aid recipient, and one of Africa’s most food-insecure nations. Simultaneously, Ethiopia is one of most militarized nations on the continent, with a history of both internal and external uses of force. More recently, the forcible resettlement of semi-nomadic groups in the western Gambella region has troubling […]
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Who says what on whose land?
Written by Muhammad Bilal Khalid
At a time when much attention is being paid to the growing tensions in Pakistan fuelled by the country’s unstable political situation, it’s only fair to notice other important issues in the country. One such issue is the agriculture sector. Of course, issues such as land ownership, farming conditions and […]
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Regional Editor Mac-Jordan interviewed by one.org
Written by Tom Fries
We’re proud to say that regional editor for Africa Mac-Jordan Degadjor is turning heads. When it comes to experts on Africa’s push into the age of the Internet and mobile technology, he’s an enthusiastic expert, and is being recognized as such. One.org interviewed Mac-Jordan recently about Ghana’s mobile future. […]
