Economist Podcasts No school, hard knocks: developing-world students hit hard
Jul 16, 2020
Susanna Savage, an Economist correspondent based in Bangladesh, discusses the grim realities for 1.5 billion students impacted by school closures, shifting from education to labor. Vijay Vethi Swan, U.S. business editor, delves into executive pay, reflecting on how the pandemic might force changes. Mariana Palau, Colombia correspondent, analyzes Cartagena's decision to reject its old tourism model in favor of sustainable practices that preserve culture while addressing over-tourism challenges.
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Suhani's Story
- Suhani, a nine-year-old girl in Dhaka, weaves flower necklaces to support her family after her mother lost her job.
- She works from dawn till dusk, highlighting the impact of school closures on children in developing countries.
Reversal of Progress
- School closures due to COVID-19 are reversing progress on child education and labor.
- Increased child labor is observed globally, including in mines and farms.
Beyond Child Labor
- Besides child labor, school closures also contribute to other issues.
- These include recruitment into armed groups, child marriage, and teen pregnancies.