EP 2 Gold, Garbage and Geopolitics I African News Review 🌍

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In this episode, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss various pressing issues affecting Africa, including the recent peace negotiations between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the role of African institutions in conflict resolution, and the implications of mineral resources in peacebuilding tactics.

They also delve into the environmental crisis caused by Western waste in Africa, media control in Togo, and the media's role in shaping narratives around global conflicts.

The conversation emphasises the need for proactive leadership and the importance of citizen journalism in the face of propaganda.

Takeaways

*Congo's political leadership is weak, leading to external manipulation.
*Rwanda's aggression in the DRC is a significant concern.
*Mineral resources are often leveraged in peace negotiations.
*Sudan's gold smuggling finances ongoing conflicts.
*Africa is being used as a dumping ground for Western waste.
*Media control in Togo reflects broader issues of press freedom.
*The New York Times has been criticised for its warmongering narratives.
*Social media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion.
*Proactive leadership is essential for Africa's development.
*Citizen journalism is vital in combating media propaganda.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Current Events
01:12 Congo and Rwanda Peace Deal: A Complex Situation
06:26 The Role of African Institutions in Conflict Resolution
08:48 Mineral Wealth as a Tool for Peace or Chaos?
10:44 Sudan's Gold Smuggling and Conflict Financing
16:40 Environmental Crisis: The Impact of Western Waste on Africa
22:52 The Impact of Fast Fashion on African Economies
26:00 Colonial Logic and Economic Exploitation
30:35 Media Bias and the Role of Journalism
35:57 The Propaganda Machine: Understanding Media Narratives

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