Africa for Zero Waste

About Africa for Zero Waste

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.

Publisher

Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard

Category

science · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Mar 2023

Latest episode

1 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Apr 2026

   Implementing Africa’s Nationally Determined Contributions on the Ground

   🎧 In this episode of the Africa For Zero Waste Podcast, Dr. Nana Antwi Boasiako, Director of Climate Vulnerability and Adaptation at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Ghana and Chair of the Africa Group of Negotiators (AGN), talks to host Desmond Alugnoa, GAIA Africa's Zero Waste & Climate Program Manager about the implementation of Nationally Determined Contributions in Africa with the growing climate crisis. The current gap between pledged commitments and on-the-ground action is widening to meet the 1.5°C climate target. While higher ambition is necessary, unimplemented pledges do not reduce emissions 🌍

2. 

   8 Dec 2025

   In conversation with Chaima Ktaif, Zero Waste Tunisia

   25 Years of Environmental Justice - GAIA and the People Leading It In this special 25th-anniversary episode, Kenza Elazkem sits down with Chaima Ktaifi from our member organisation, Zero Waste Tunisia. Together, they explore the organisation’s inspiring journey, its milestones, key lessons, and the transformative impact of its work across Tunisia. They also reflect on how being part of GAIA has strengthened their mission, deepened collaboration, and expanded their reach in the global zero waste movement.

3. 

   21 Oct 2025

   Waste-To-Energy (WTE) Incineration is Not a Solution For Africa!

   In this episode, Weyinmi Okotie, Clean Air Program Manager for GAIA Africa, talks to Mariel Vilella — GAIA’s Global Climate Program Director, Rachel Muturi — IAWP’s Africa Region Coordinator, Eskedar Awgichew — Executive Director of Eco-Justice Ethiopia, and Mikhail Aruberito — Centre for Alternative Development. Together, they dive into the complex issue of Waste-to-Energy (WTE) incineration in Africa. While incineration is often marketed as a quick fix for the continent’s waste and energy challenges, our guests unpack why it’s a false solution — one that risks deepening environmental injustice, straining public resources, and endangering community health. We also explore why Africa’s largely organic waste stream makes incineration impractical, and discuss real, people-centred alternatives that support clean air, circular economies, and resilient local livelihoods.

Who has been a guest on Africa for Zero Waste

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Farima Tidjani
• Marian Ledesma
• Miquel Roset
• Mason Hines
• Dr Jamala Djinn

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

5,835

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 70 / 100

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Quality

68

Social presence

94

YouTube

74

Engagement

60

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