Economist Podcasts The Intelligence: The world’s biggest humanitarian crisis
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Apr 25, 2024 
Tom Gardner, an expert on African affairs for The Economist, sheds light on the devastating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, where civil war threatens to lead to widespread famine. He discusses the dire conditions faced by the population and the obstacles blocking vital aid. The conversation also touches on the urgent need to preserve endangered languages, highlighting the impact of colonialism. Additionally, Gardner delves into the implications of neutering domestic cats on the struggling Scottish wildcat population, raising questions about conservation ethics.
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Sudan's Humanitarian Crisis
- Sudan has the world's largest population of internal refugees and faces the highest number of people facing famine.
- This surpasses other crises like Gaza or Ukraine.
Sudan's Conflict and Famine
- Fighting in Sudan between the Sudanese armed forces and the Rapid Support Forces has led to a nationwide humanitarian crisis.
- Aid access is limited, and a famine is imminent, exacerbated by looting and blockades.
Language Extinction
- Nearly half of the world's 7,000 languages are predicted to disappear by the end of the century.
- This decline is primarily attributed to colonialism, capitalism, and parents prioritizing economically advantageous languages.
