Crisis in NIcaragua-support urgently needed
The general situation In September, the road blocks have been removed and some economic activity is returning to a more normal state. However the period has left a state of lawlessness meaning that governments are still advising against travel. Professional who have not supported the government are losing their work because of their deemed lack of loyalty. So as yet I can make no plans to return although I am able to send funds to the school. the crisis is deepening with increased food shortages and lack of petrol. BBC latest news Nicaragua is already one of the poorest countries in the Western world with huge undernourishment and low incomes. Economic circumstances of Nicaragua The situation in the country and particularity in Ometepe Island has become desperate. Reports suggest that $200,000,000 has been lost to the economy. Tourism has hit rock bottom so noone has work and many people are going to Costa Rica or USA in search of asylum or work. This results in famil