The islanders of Bangka Belitung have long hunted squid for sustenance and trade, but some fear this is being imperilled by mining.
Category: Sumatera
When floods hit the Kerinci Highlands for more than a month
Deforestation in the upstream area of Batang Merao is believed to be the cause of the floods that inundated the Kerinci highlands for more than a month.
The struggle of indigenous women in Mentawai to get clean water
Exploitation of the forests of South Pagai and North Pagai Islands in the Mentawai Islands has caused indigenous women to have difficulty obtaining clean water.
Managing household waste with eco-enzyme
The Nagari Talang Babungo community in Solok Regency, West Sumatra, is learning to manage household waste with eco-enzymes.
Rempang residents say ‘For generations, we’ve lived here and will die here’
Residents fear Rempang’s industrialization will harm the environment. Farmers and fishers refuse to be uprooted from their land and livelihood.
The role of customary forests in reducing global warming
Indigenous peoples are vulnerable to agrarian conflicts. The human rights perspective must be prioritized in devising policies and solutions.
The forgotten ones on tin island
Offshore tin mining on Bangka Island pollutes fishing grounds, driving fishermen away. Participatory development is key to economic growth and equality.
Ratu, a 23-year-old rhino, gave birth to her third calf in Way Kambas
The unnamed calf is the fourth Sumatran rhino, a critically endangered species, born at the sanctuary in Way Kambas National Park.
Tracing lead contamination in Palembang’s most favored fish
Although lab test results show lead level in mackerel is within safe level, overtime consumption can lead to mental and physical problems, expert warns.
Sinakak fishers resort to compressors for better income
Despite the risks, fishers continue to use compressors to make a living. Journalist Febrianti met with Jertianus from Sinakak to learn more.