Angka Kemiskinan Ekstrem 2022 di Jakarta Meningkat

Summary

In 2022, extreme poverty in Jakarta surged, with over 95,000 residents now living below the poverty line. Despite various social assistance programs, poverty persists, particularly in North Jakarta's Muara Baru, where families live in inadequate, fragile homes. Residents like Zainal struggle on limited incomes, facing poor sanitation and limited access to basic resources. While the government has set ambitious goals to reduce poverty, critics argue that the current measures are insufficient, and more focused, practical solutions are needed. This growing issue highlights the urgent need for systemic changes to truly alleviate poverty in the nation's capital.

Takeaways

• 😀 Jakarta's extreme poverty rate increased to 0.89% in 2022, up from 0.6% in 2021, affecting approximately 95,000 residents.
• 😀 The highest concentration of extreme poverty is in North Jakarta, with over 35,000 residents living in poverty.
• 😀 Extreme poverty is defined by having daily expenses below $1.90 (around 11,633 IDR), or approximately 350,000 IDR per month.
• 😀 Despite government efforts such as social aid cards (e.g., Kartu Jakarta Pintar, Kartu Warga Lansia), extreme poverty continues to rise in the capital city.
• 😀 The government has failed to provide sufficient answers or responses to questions regarding the rise in extreme poverty in Jakarta.
• 😀 Residents of Muara Baru, a poverty-stricken area in North Jakarta, live in poorly constructed homes made of plywood and bamboo, with no solid foundation.
• 😀 Many families in Muara Baru face limited access to clean water, using rainwater for washing and buying bottled water for drinking and cooking.
• 😀 In Muara Baru, incomes are often low, with some families earning just 2 million IDR per month through unstable jobs like fishing or toy assembly.
• 😀 The conditions in Muara Baru highlight inadequate sanitation, limited food security, and poor living standards among extreme poor populations.
• 😀 The Indonesian government aims to reduce poverty close to 0% by 2024, but the increase in extreme poverty in Jakarta suggests that current measures are insufficient to meet this goal.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed in the transcript?

The main issue discussed is the extreme poverty in Jakarta, with a specific focus on the rise in the number of residents living in extreme poverty, as reported in 2022.

How many residents in Jakarta are currently living in extreme poverty?

As of 2022, there are 95,668 residents in Jakarta living in extreme poverty, which constitutes 0.89% of the population.

What was the previous percentage of extreme poverty in Jakarta before 2022?

The percentage of extreme poverty in Jakarta was 0.6% in March 2021, which increased to 0.89% in March 2022.

Which area in Jakarta has the highest rate of extreme poverty?

Jakarta Utara has the highest rate of extreme poverty, with 35,770 residents living in extreme poverty.

What is the criterion for defining extreme poverty according to the report?

Extreme poverty is defined as having daily expenditures of less than 1.9 USD (approximately 11,633 IDR) or a monthly income below 350,000 IDR.

What efforts have the Jakarta provincial government made to address poverty?

The Jakarta provincial government has provided various social assistance programs, including cards for the elderly, the Jakarta Smart Card, disability cards, worker cards, school operational assistance, and subsidized food.

Why does the BKKBN official believe there should be no extreme poverty in Jakarta?

The BKKBN official, Tahfid Agus, believes that there should be no extreme poverty in Jakarta due to the various social assistance programs provided by the provincial government.

How do the residents in Muara Baru, Jakarta North, live amid extreme poverty?

Residents in Muara Baru live in small, poorly constructed homes made of plywood and bamboo, with limited sanitation and access to clean water. Many use rainwater for washing and buy drinking water, and some families live in cramped spaces with shared beds.

How does the income of the residents in Muara Baru vary?

The income of the residents is variable. One resident, Mas Zainal, earns around 2 million IDR a month, with income coming from both fishing and assembling children's toys. However, the income from these activities is irregular.

What challenges do residents in Muara Baru face in terms of daily life and basic needs?

Residents face significant challenges, including unstable income, poor housing conditions, lack of access to clean water, and limited sanitation. Their homes are at risk of collapse, and they often struggle with basic needs such as food, water, and healthcare.