How Africa can build a green economy
About this episode
This episode explores how Africa can build a green economy through ecosystem restoration and local innovation.
Africa is incredibly rich in natural resources – from lush forests and fertile soils to a third of the world’s biodiversity. But this natural wealth is as vast as it is vulnerable. The impacts of the climate crisis are intensifying across the continent. Unpredictable rainfall, land degradation and extreme temperatures pose growing threats to those who depend on these resources. This reality, combined with global cuts to aid and Africa’s unique demographics – with nearly half of the continent’s population under the age of 20 – calls for bold ideas to create long-term opportunities. How can we reverse this trend and build a cycle of prosperity by working with nature rather than against it? Can Africa lead the world in protecting its ecosystems, while also creating millions of green jobs and livelihoods? In Episode 3 of TalkLandscape, we explore how to redefine prosperity and build resilient communities through ecosystem restoration, environmental conservation and local innovation. From youth-led restoration initiatives to policy shifts and community-led economic models, we chat with experts on how we can open pathways that make both people and nature thrive. Join us on for a…
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