South Sumatra Communities Struggle to Recover Livelihoods Post-Wildfire
Communities in South Sumatra continue to face severe livelihood challenges following widespread forest and land fires (karhutla). Reduced yields in rubber and palm oil production have led to economic hardship, with full recovery expected to take time despite the onset of the rainy season in some areas.
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