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Business Daily: The economics of donkeys

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11/10/2021 GMT

The economics of donkeys

BBC World Service - Business Daily, The economics of donkeys

These beasts of burden are an economic lifeline for many. Why are they often mistreated?

There are an estimated ten million donkeys in sub Saharan Africa, many providing crucial roles supporting the livelihoods of low income families.  We explore why these beasts of burden are so important to the economics of the region, and how demand from China for the skins of donkeys is worrying many across Africa. We visit a donkey sanctuary in Lamu, Kenya, and speak to one campaigner trying to stop the slaughter of donkeys for the export of their skins. We also hear how donkeys support economic freedom for women, from Emmanuel Sarr, regional director for the charity Brooke, based in Senegal. Image: A donkey. Credit: BBC

Presenter: Vivienne Nunis
Producer: Sarah Treanor

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