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Somali piracy: protecting local communities?

This Eldis Community Site blog offers a different viewpoint on the effects of piracy on fishing livelihoods on the coast of Puntland, Somalia.

Promoting Latin American agro-economics

This report argues the case for exploring new markets and improving production techniques, in order to to boost agricultural exports from Latin America and the Caribbean.

Tolerance in South Africa

Looking back at the racist attacks in South Africa in 2008, this paper suggets that the violence against foreigners stems from mistrust and fear of competition for scarce jobs.

Toolkit for reduction of maternal and neonatal death

Based on Indonesian experiences, this toolkit looks at the role that community empowerment plays in improving maternal and neonatal health at village level.

Latest from Eldis Community

Discussion: How should non-conflict armed violence be addressed?

Blog: Our Year, Our Voice – FSD and the International Year of Youth

Group: Development Forum for the G20, Seoul, 2010

Latest jobs and announcements

Job: Progressio seeks Gender and HIV and AIDS Adviser, Malawi

Job: Medair seeks Country Director, Haiti

Funding: International entries sought for the Ashden Awards for Sustainable Energy from Asia, Africa and Latin America

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