Nila Kartika Wati
- Environment and Nature
- May 23, 2026
- 19 views
Polda Sumbar Sita Ribuan Ikan Endemik Mentawai
The illicit trade of wildlife remains a persistent threat to Indonesia’s biodiversity, extending its reach from the dense tropical rainforests to the vibrant, fragile ecosystems beneath the waves. In a…
- Environment and Nature
- May 3, 2026
- 36 views
Mentawai Corn Project Failure Highlights Disconnect Between Central Mandates and Local Geographical Realities
The ambitious food security program initiated by the Indonesian government in the Mentawai Islands Regency, West Sumatra, has faced a significant setback nearly one year after its implementation. Intended to…
- Environment and Nature
- April 3, 2026
- 48 views
Traditional Taboos and Modern Threats The Struggle to Save the Endemic Primates of Mentawai Islands
Mantaola Siritoitet, a respected sikerei or traditional healer in Matotonan Village, South Siberut, West Sumatra, serves as a vital bridge between the human world and the spiritual realm. In the…
