Food insecurity continues to plague many rural communities across Africa.In Ghana and many neighbouring countries,smallholder farmers still struggle to make ends meet due to poor yields,outdated practices,and minimal ...Food insecurity continues to plague many rural communities across Africa.In Ghana and many neighbouring countries,smallholder farmers still struggle to make ends meet due to poor yields,outdated practices,and minimal institutional support.They face a plethora of challenges,including limited access to technology,weak extension systems,and a gap between scientific knowledge and everyday farming.展开更多
The Double Take column looks at a single topic from an African and Chinese perspective.This month,we explore how young people respond to the increasing focus on body weight management.As obesity rates climb,body weigh...The Double Take column looks at a single topic from an African and Chinese perspective.This month,we explore how young people respond to the increasing focus on body weight management.As obesity rates climb,body weight management has become a growing concern in China.The government is introducing targeted policies,hospitals are setting up dedicated clinics,and health experts are speaking out.But weight is no longer just a medical issue-it’s increas-ingly tied to identity,confidence,and social image.We examine the cultural forces shaping how young people in China and Africa approach weight-what drives their choices,how ideals are formed,and where health meets appearance in today’s shifting societies.展开更多
Located on the mountainous western edge of Beijing Municipality,Mentougou District is renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage.On 22 June,I had the opportunity to visit the district,...Located on the mountainous western edge of Beijing Municipality,Mentougou District is renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage.On 22 June,I had the opportunity to visit the district,nearly two years after it was struck by a catastrophic flood that left widespread destruction in its wake.My visit provided a unique opportunity to observe the ongoing recovery e!orts and evaluate how the district has leveraged coordinated planning,technology and the resilience of its people to rebuild.The purpose of the visit was to witness these recovery e!orts firsthand and gain insight into the strategies that have helped Mentougou overcome the lingering e!ects of this environmental disaster.展开更多
文摘Food insecurity continues to plague many rural communities across Africa.In Ghana and many neighbouring countries,smallholder farmers still struggle to make ends meet due to poor yields,outdated practices,and minimal institutional support.They face a plethora of challenges,including limited access to technology,weak extension systems,and a gap between scientific knowledge and everyday farming.
文摘The Double Take column looks at a single topic from an African and Chinese perspective.This month,we explore how young people respond to the increasing focus on body weight management.As obesity rates climb,body weight management has become a growing concern in China.The government is introducing targeted policies,hospitals are setting up dedicated clinics,and health experts are speaking out.But weight is no longer just a medical issue-it’s increas-ingly tied to identity,confidence,and social image.We examine the cultural forces shaping how young people in China and Africa approach weight-what drives their choices,how ideals are formed,and where health meets appearance in today’s shifting societies.
文摘Located on the mountainous western edge of Beijing Municipality,Mentougou District is renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage.On 22 June,I had the opportunity to visit the district,nearly two years after it was struck by a catastrophic flood that left widespread destruction in its wake.My visit provided a unique opportunity to observe the ongoing recovery e!orts and evaluate how the district has leveraged coordinated planning,technology and the resilience of its people to rebuild.The purpose of the visit was to witness these recovery e!orts firsthand and gain insight into the strategies that have helped Mentougou overcome the lingering e!ects of this environmental disaster.
