vesinikebasvedo

Vesinike-Basvèdo is a rural village located in the Tolon District of Tolon Province, central coastal area of Madagascar. The village is surrounded by agricultural lands, and the local economy primarily relies on subsistence farming.

The geography of Vesinike-Basvèdo is characterized by a flat landscape with limited elevation changes. The climate is tropical, with a dry season from May to October and a wet season from November to April. The average temperature ranges from 18 to 28 degrees centigrade throughout the year.

Culturally, the area is predominantly inhabited by Vezo people, an indigenous ethnic group that speaks the Vezo language. The Vezo people have maintained many of their traditional practices and customs, including their complex kinship system and rich storytelling traditions.

Agriculture is the primary economic activity in the area, with crops such as maize, sweet potatoes, and cassava being the main food sources. Livestock such as cattle and goats are also reared for meat and milk production. Due to the remote location and lack of infrastructure, traditional farming methods are still widely practiced in the area, with the majority of the population relying on local food systems for survival.

Access to healthcare, education, and sanitation facilities is limited in Vesinike-Basvèdo, and the village lacks modern infrastructure such as roads, electricity, and telecommunication networks. However, the community has shown resilience in the face of these challenges, and there are ongoing efforts to improve the socio-economic conditions of the village through community-led development initiatives.