Africa for Zero Waste

  • In conversation with Chaima Ktaif, Zero Waste Tunisia

    Dec 8 2025 · 31 min
    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. Learn more about Zero Waste Tunisia · Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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  • Waste-To-Energy (WTE) Incineration is Not a Solution For Africa!

    Oct 21 2025 · 52 min
    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. Read Our New Report! · Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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  • 25 Years of Environmental Justice - GAIA and the People Leading It

    Sep 15 2025 · 46 min
    In this special 25th anniversary episode, Careen Mwakitalu (GAIA Africa) sits down with the Nipe Fagio team; Ana Rocha, Wilyhard Shishikaye, Maria Kwirine, and Masaki Tajaeli. Together, they look back on Nipe Fagio’s inspiring journey, sharing milestones, lessons, and the impact of their work in Tanzania. They also reflect on how being part of GAIA has strengthened their mission and expanded their reach.

    Recorded in Tanzania, May 2025. Learn More About Nipe Fagio · Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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  • Reuse at the Heart of a Robust Plastics Treaty

    Jun 30 2025 · 1 h et 9 min
    In this episode, host Merrisa Naidoo (GAIA/BFFP Africa Plastics Program Manager) talks to Farima Tidjani (adansonia.green | Coordinator & GAIA Africa Reuse Campaigner), Marian Ledesma (Greenpeace Southeast Asia - Philippines | Zero Waste Campaigner), Miquel Roset (Retorna.org | Director & Spokesperson), and Mason Hines (PR3: The Global Alliance to Advance Reuse, RESOLVE | Senior Program Manager) about implementable solutions — reuse at the heart of a robust plastics treaty.

    Globally, over 300 million tons of plastic is produced, and a lot of it is for single use. We cannot escape plastic pollution, nor can we recycle our way out of this global crisis. Our planet, our economies, our health, and our communities require urgent action through long-lasting systemic approaches such as REUSE & REFILL, in order to reduce plastic production, meet our climate goals, stay within our planetary boundaries, create green jobs, and honour local knowledge. Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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  • Courage NOT Compromise - What will it take to Break the Consensus Deadlock at INC5.2?

    May 26 2025 · 41 min
    In this episode, Merrisa Naidoo (Africa Plastics Manager at GAIA and Break Free From Plastic (BFFP)), hosts a powerful conversation with leading voices from the global movement against plastic pollution.

    She is joined by: Dr. Jamala Djinn, Science Policy Advisor at Break Free From Plastic and the Center for Coalfield Justice; Mohamed Kamal, Executive Director of the Greenish Foundation in Egypt and GAIA/BFFP Africa member; Kabir Arora, General Secretary of the International Alliance of Waste Pickers; and Sirine Rached, Senior Policy Advisor at GAIA.

    Together, they unpack the critical question: What will it take to break the consensus deadlock at INC-5.2?

    Right now, the world is working on a Global Plastics Treaty — a landmark agreement that could help tackle the plastic pollution crisis. But the process is facing major roadblocks.

    Tune in as they explore the political dynamics and frontline perspectives shaping the future of global plastics negotiations. Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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  • 25 Years of Environmental Justice - GAIA and the People Leading It | Weyinmi Okotie, Richard Benin, Maimoni Ubrei-Joe

    May 8 2025 · 31 min
    In this special 25th anniversary episode, Weyinmi Okotie, Program Manager for Clean Air at GAIA/BFFP Africa, sits down with Richard Benin, Executive Director of CODAF, and Maimoni Ubrei-Joe, Director of Campaigns and Administration at CODAF.

    Together, they reflect on CODAF’s journey and explore how being a GAIA has strengthened and supported their mission.

    [Recorded in April 2025]. Learn more about CODAF · Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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  • 25 Years of Environmental Justice - GAIA and the People Leading It | Andrea Dixon and Maditlhare Koena

    Apr 22 2025 · 37 min
    In this special 25th anniversary episode, Andrea Dixon (GAIA/BFFP Africa Plastics Associate) is joined by Maditlhare Koena, Deputy Chairperson of the South African Waste Pickers Association (SAWPA). They discuss the vital role of women waste pickers in the global Zero Waste movement, reflect on GAIA’s 25-year journey, and explore the power of grassroots leadership in driving environmental justice.

    [Recorded in March 2025] Learn more about SAWPA's work · Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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  • Real Money = Real Action | Why a Dedicated Fund is Essential for Effectively Implementing the GPT

    Nov 18 2024 · 36 min
    In this episode, Dominic Coppens (Senior Managing Associate at Sidley Austin in Brussels and Professor of International Economic Law at Maastricht University in the Netherlands); Doun Moon (Policy and Research Officer at GAIA Global); Hibaa-Haibado Ismael (Djibouti INC Focal Point, Third Counsellor, and Deputy Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN-Habitat at the Embassy of Djibouti); and Mohamed Kamal (GAIA Africa Member and Executive Director at the Greenish Foundation in Egypt) talk to host Niven Reddy (Regional Coordinator of GAIA & BFFP in Africa) about why a dedicated fund is essential for effectively implementing the Global Plastics Treaty.

    We’ll unpack the crucial role of dedicated funding in facilitating meaningful progress and ensuring the treaty’s ambitious goals are met. Africa for Zero Waste Facebook · Follow Africa for Zero Waste on Instagram
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