Nila Kartika Wati
- Environment and Nature
- July 21, 2026
- 7 views
Sago Sovereignty in Mentawai: Preserving the Ancient Culinary Heritage of Siberut Amidst the Rising Dominance of Rice and Modernity
The hands of Keisha Sapondoro, a resident of Sirilanggai Hamlet in Malancan Village, North Siberut, move with a practiced rhythm that reflects decades of tradition in the Mentawai Islands. As…
- Environment and Nature
- July 11, 2026
- 17 views
Ecological Crisis in Siberut: Deforestation, Recurrent Flooding, and the Fragile Future of Mentawai Indigenous Communities
The sound of rain in the village of Malancan, North Siberut, no longer brings the cool relief it once did; instead, it signals the onset of a now-predictable disaster. Within…
- Environment and Nature
- May 23, 2026
- 32 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
- 45 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
- 57 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…
