9 episodes

Fresh perspectives on zero waste within the African context.

Zero waste is often seen as exclusively for the affluent eco-conscious individuals of high-income countries but with successful implementation, a zero waste system can truly embrace traditional knowledge and existing practices of preservation in Africa.

Tune in as we discover the world of zero waste, the organisations championing this system of waste management in Africa, as well as delving into the environmental issues threatening our people and planet.

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Fresh perspectives on zero waste within the African context.

Zero waste is often seen as exclusively for the affluent eco-conscious individuals of high-income countries but with successful implementation, a zero waste system can truly embrace traditional knowledge and existing practices of preservation in Africa.

Tune in as we discover the world of zero waste, the organisations championing this system of waste management in Africa, as well as delving into the environmental issues threatening our people and planet.

    Addressing the Full Lifecycle of Plastics for the GPT

    Addressing the Full Lifecycle of Plastics for the GPT

    In this episode, podcast host Niven Reddy engages in a conversation with a panel of experts including Daniela Duran (Center for International Environmental Law - CIEL), Weyinmi Okotie (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives and Break Free From Plastics Africa), Sam Adukumi (EnviroHealth Consult and part-time senior lecturer at University of Ghana), Mohamed Kamal (Greenish Foundation), and Alexandra Caterbow (Health and Environment Justice Support - HEJSupport).
    They discuss the critical importance of addressing the full lifecycle of plastics within the framework of the Global Plastics Treaty.

    • 58 min
    Just Transition for Waste Pickers in the Global Plastics Treaty

    Just Transition for Waste Pickers in the Global Plastics Treaty

    In this episode, podcast host Niven Reddy talks to Madi Koena (SAWPA), Andrea Lema (GAIA), and Musa Chamane (groundWork) about a Just Transition for Waste Pickers in the Treaty, as part of our continued discussions on the need for a strong Global Plastic Treaty.

    • 22 min
    Plastic Pollution as a Gender Issue

    Plastic Pollution as a Gender Issue

    How Women & Girls Are at Risk.

    In this episode, our season 2 podcast host, Niven Reddy, talks to Sarah Onuoha (Program and Logistics Officer for SRADeV in Nigeria), Benson Dotun Fasanya (Executive Director for CFEW in Nigeria), and Semia Gharbi (Chairperson for AEEFG in Tunisia) about Plastic Pollution as a Gender Issue and How Women & Girls Are at Risk.

    • 56 min
    African CSOs Reflect on Outcomes of INC3

    African CSOs Reflect on Outcomes of INC3

    The Good, Bad and Ugly.

    In this episode, Merrisa Naidoo (Africa Plastic Campaigner for GAIA and BFFP) based in South Africa; Ana Rocha (Global Plastics Policy Director for GAIA) based in Tanzania; Mohamed Kamal (Co-Director of Greenish Foundation) in Egypt; and Douglas Kaziro (Program officer for chemicals and waste management at BIVA) in Uganda talk to host Sureshnie Rieder about the third session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment. INC3 took place from 13 to 19 November 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya.

    • 23 min
    Reflecting on Brand Audits in Africa | World Clean Up Day 2023

    Reflecting on Brand Audits in Africa | World Clean Up Day 2023

    In this episode, Nana Minta (Green Africa Youth Organization based in Ghana); Alpha Ntayomba (Population and Development Initiative based in Tanzania); Benson Dotun (Centre For Earth Works based in Nigeria); Nirere Sadrach (End Plastic Pollution based in Uganda) and Tajael Masaki (Nipe Fagio based in Tanzania) talk to host Sureshnie Rieder about Brand Audits in Africa. We also explore how the data generated from brand audits contribute to legislation change, recommendations for why organisations should do brand audits themselves, and how people can stay informed about these organisations' brand audit activities.

    • 35 min
    Global South Perspectives on the INC2

    Global South Perspectives on the INC2

    In this episode, host Sureshnie talks to guests Merrisa Naidoo (GAIA/BFFP | Africa Plastic Campaigner), Andrea Lema (Plastic Co | Founder and National Director), and Mohamed Kamal (Greenish | Co-director) about the recent INC2. They unpack some of civil society's key demands for the Global Plastic Treaty, important takeaways from the INC2 discussions, and some of the issues that observers from the Global South have encountered when trying to participate in the negotiations.

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    • 23 min

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