Coronavirus pandemic forces Jordanian children into labor market ...Saudi Arabia

ARAB NEWS - News
Coronavirus pandemic forces Jordanian children into labor market
Author: Sun, 2021-01-24 01:24 AMMAN: Omar’s heart sinks when he trudges past his closed school gates in the Jordanian capital Amman — now part of his trip to work, to repair and clean kerosene heaters. The 14-year-old, who dreams of becoming a pilot, is one of many minors experts say have been forced prematurely into the labor market. Schools throughout Jordan have been closed for nearly a year now, and the economic fallout from the novel coronavirus pandemic has eaten into breadwinners’ ability to feed their families. “As school is shut, I help my family financially,” said Omar, sporting a sweater and dirty jeans as he cleaned a heater with his blackened hands. He works exhausting 12-h

Hence then, the article about coronavirus pandemic forces jordanian children into labor market was published today ( ) and is available on ARAB NEWS ( Saudi Arabia ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.

Read More Details
Finally We wish PressBee provided you with enough information of ( Coronavirus pandemic forces Jordanian children into labor market )

Apple Storegoogle play

Last updated :

Also on site :