The art of brickmaking in Madagascar: A lifeline and its challenges
Keywords:
bricks, landscape, paysage, livelihood, artisanat, briquesAbstract
Artisanal brick production provides a crucial livelihood for many families in Madagascar. This essay explores the historical context, socio-economic drivers, and potential environmental impacts of this widespread practice. It challenges the simplistic narrative that associates brickmaking solely with environmental degradation and highlights the need for more nuanced research to understand its drivers and long-term effects.
Résumé
La production artisanale de briques constitue un moyen de subsistance essentiel pour de nombreuses familles à Madagascar. Cet essai explore le contexte historique, les moteurs socio-économiques et les impacts environnementaux potentiels de cette pratique. Il remet en question le récit simpliste qui associe la fabrication de briques uniquement à la dégradation environnementale et souligne la nécessité de recherches plus nuancées pour comprendre ses moteurs et ses effets à long terme.
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