An epidemic of hunger: covid-19 and poverty

Kenley Salmon, Africa correspondent for The Economist, discusses how COVID-19 has pushed poverty numbers up for the first time in 20 years, affecting millions as lockdowns ravage traditional coping strategies. Emma Hogan, Editor at The Economist, reflects on the comfort found in reading diaries during tough times, drawing on historical examples. They also explore the environmental implications of China’s hydropower projects on the Mekong River, highlighting the intricate link between health crises and ecological challenges.