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East Africa drought : Older people are left behind

By Gacheru Maina, Posted 13 July 2011 See more by this blogger

It is obvious from observations in Borana and Moyale districts in southern Ethiopia that older people are bearing the brunt of the lack of rains in the region. We met a number of older people, women and children in... Keep reading (3 Comments)
East Africa drought: Older people expect the worst

By Gacheru Maina, Posted 11 July 2011 See more by this blogger

I flew into Addis Ababa at short notice to document the plight of older people in Ethiopia. It has not rained in the Borana region for almost 15 months. To my surprise, I was greeted by rain in Addis.... Keep reading (5 Comments)
East Africa drought: International community could and should have prevented this crisis

By Alison Rusinow, Posted 08 July 2011 See more by this blogger

Pictures of mothers carrying children arriving at camps in northern Kenya are hitting the airwaves this week. Many have walked for days or weeks to get there, carrying their children and a few possessions. They are exhausted and hungry... Keep reading (1 Comment)
Ageing in the media: Health and food in South Asia

By Navdha Malhotra, Posted 25 February 2011 See more by this blogger

This week I continue with Rosaleen's quest for positive stories on ageing in the media. I spend a large part of my work day going through articles, blogs and alerts and it can be disheartening. Older people aren't necessarily... Keep reading
Tackling hunger in old age

By Sylvia Beales, Posted 16 February 2011 See more by this blogger

Why are so many older women and men going hungry? Older people are key producers and providers of food. Both older women and men work on the land. A high proportion of small farmers in developing countries are older... Keep reading (1 Comment)