Sustain267 Podcast

For this episode, we partnered with the British High Commission in Botswana to bring you a conversation on “Botswana Road to COP26”. Joined by Tremayne Stanton-Kennedy, Resilience and Green Growth Adviser / Regional Climate Lead for Southern Africa at the UK-FDCO, Mrs. Baitshepi Babusi- Hill, Deputy Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Environment Natural Resources Conservation and Tourism and D...

In this episode, joined by Gugu Nonjinge,  we discuss intersectional environmentalism within the African context- what it means and how we may use it to create more inclusive climate solutions for Africa. We also meet an intersectional environmentalist living in Botswana, Tinaye Mabara. Notes Paper: “Demarginalizing the Intersection of Race and Sex” by Kimberlé Crenshaw  Ted Talk: The Ur...

In this episode of the Sustain267 Podcast, we unpack the recently released IPCC Sixth Assessment Report by Working Group 1 on the physical science basis of climate change. We explore the significance of the report for Africa, the low representation of African scientists and how to use the report for climate action and climate solutions Links IPCC AR6 Working Group 1 - Full Report IPCC AR6 Working...

In this episode of the Sustain267 Podcast, we explore what climate resilience is and what role it plays in growing African countries with Dr Mzime Ndebele-Murisa. We explore the complexities of building climate change resilient  African cities, the best-practice methods and highlight the leading African countries on climate change resilience. This conversation is guided by Dr Murisa’s paper "...

In the episode of Sustain267 Podcast, joined by Tasneem Essop the Executive Director of Climate Action Network International (CAN-I) , we unpack the G7 summit . What is it and how its decisions and resolutions affect Africa. We take an in-depth look at some of its commitments and what they will mean for climate action and sustainable development in Africa. Click for more on: G7 Summit Carbis Bay G...

In this episode, we are in conversation with the former President of the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, current Member of Parliament for Bumba, DRC, and the founder of Lux Africa , a solar power initiative to expand access to renewable energy Hon. Janine Mabunda. We unpack her article Congo-Kinshasa: DRC Holds Key to Addressing the Global Climate Crisis . Click to read...

In this Africa Day 2021 episode of Sustain267 podcast we bring the “SameStormDifferentBoats; Telling the African climate crisis story” conversation, hosted by the Wangari Maathai Foundation in commemoration of the late Wangari Maathai’s birthday. Youth climate activism has continued to raise the consciousness of the urgency with which public and political action on the climate crisis is required....

After nearly two years off buying clothes, the host of Sustain256 Podcast is making her way back to fashion. To kick off this journey we reached out to Masego, a slow fashion advocate and co-creator of cnscs_. We touch on conscience fashion, ethical shopping, and how and where to find accurate conscience fashion information. Get in touch with Masego: Instagram: @coconut_cracked Blog: Cnscs Instagr...

In this episode of Sustain267 we are in conversation with Gakemotho Satau, a Community Developer in the Ghanzi and Okavango Delta and Max Muyemburuko, the chairperson of the Kavango East and West Regional Conservancy and Community Forestry Association. We hear from the community members, what is going on in the Okavango, what the effects of the ReconAfrica oil drilling project will be on their com...

To kick off Season 2, we partner with United Nations Botswana, to commemorate #UN75 'Shaping Our Future Together' and in the spirit of crowdsourcing solutions to global challenges, we unpack SDG 13 and 17 as they intersect with Botswana’s commitment to climate change and development priorities. This conversation engages the Batswana and leverages their lived experiences to co-learn and exchange kn...

In this episode in the spirit of the end of year festivities, we are in conversation with Thato Chuma, founder of social enterprise The Local Slice BW, about sustainable gifting while supporting local businesses. We explore what sustainable gifting means and how one can do it while support local economies and small businesses. Find Local Slice BW on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram   Business...

This episode is the third episode of a 6-month partnership between The Global Shapers Community Climate and Environment Sub-Saharan Africa and Global Shapers Community Hubs:  Abuja Hub, Accra Hub, Durban Hub, Gaborone Hub, Nairobi Hub, Lagos Hub and Victoria Hub. Joined by Abdullahi Murtal, Lerato Modiega and Seble Samuel, we unpack 'Measuring the impact of climate and sustainability projects...

In this episode, we are in conversation with Humangle Media reporter and Global Shaper Abdullahi Murtala, on the complex situation in the Lake Chad region. We explore its current status, the causes of the unrest and how the global community may help. For more on Lake Chad: Fluctuations in the Size of Lake Chad: Consequences on the Livelihoods of the Riverain Peoples in Eastern Niger Lake Chad: Can...

In this episode of Sustain267 Podcast, we are in conversation with Dr. Rose Mwebaza, Director of the Climate Technology Centre & Network (CTCN), the implementation arm of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Technology Mechanism. We unpack her article ‘Greener Africa: Women – The face of a digital and green revolution?’. We explore ways and methods to make the ambitions shared in the arti...

This episode is the second episode  of a 6-month partnership between The Global Shapers Community Climate and Environment Sub-Saharan Africa and Global Shapers Community Hubs:  Abuja Hub, Accra Hub, Durban Hub, Gaborone Hub, Nairobi Hub, Lagos Hub, Victoria Hub and Environmentally Friendly Initiative In the this episode joined by Dr. Habiba Ahut Daggash, Angelique Pouponneau and Amy Gill...

In this episode we unpack petitions, in general and within the environmental movement, with human rights lawyer, Lesego Nchunga and 350.org Campaign Specialist, Ahmed Mokgopo. We explore what they are, if they work and how to amplify their impact. We take note of past petitions in Botswana addressing gender-based violence and defilement that were led by civil society. We also note successful &nbsp...

On this week’s episode, inlight of the recent International Vulture Awareness Day, we are in conversation with Birdlife Botswana CEO Motshereganyi Kootsositse. We reflect on the role of vultures in the environment and their rapidly decreasing population that is predicted to be extinct in the wild within the next 10 years. Learn more about Birdlife Botswana and Birdlife International Click here to...

This episode is the first of a 6-month partnership The Global Shapers Community Climate and Environment Sub-Saharan Africa and Global Shapers Community Hubs:  Abuja Hub, Accra Hub, Durban Hub, Gaborone Hub, Nairobi Hub, Lagos Hub, Victoria Hub. In the this episode joined by Chineyenwa Okoro Onu, Muziwandile Khuzwayo, Dean Okoduwa and Mwende Mwololo, we discuss the need for environmental peoje...

This week we discuss the oil spill off the coast of Indian Ocean island Mauritius with Senior Portfolio Manager at Greenpeace International, Mokshanand Sunil Dowarkasing. We unpack what is happening on the ground, the declared state of environmental emergency, accountability and local heroes who have taken action. We also share how the world can support the people of Mauritius. On AfricaBytes: Rya...

This week we are in conversation with Mmabatho Motsamai, founding editor of Afrolutionist. We explore the role of partnerships in climate action, the possibilities and what to look out for to maximise the impact of a partnership for all parties.  Click here to become a Patron and support Sustain267 Podcast Click here to like the Sustain267 Facebook Page and continue the conversation

In this episode we speak to Dr. Richard Munang, Africa Regional Climate Change Coordinator at UN Environment and author of the book Innovative Volunteerism. We explore the meaning of Innovative Volunteerism, how it may be used to benefit and develop Africa and practices we may borrow from to adress climate change in Africa. Get a free copy of the book at www.richardmunang.com On AfricaBytes: Farai...

In this Episode we have a conversation with a brilliant African from Kenya, Research Assistant at SIPRI Vane Aminga. The conversation was inspired by an essay she contributed to “ The need for an African Union Special Envoy for Climate Change and Security ”. We touch on policy, maladaptation of what would have been great development ideas, our favourite environmental African policy and climate rel...

This week joined by Happy Khambule, Senior Political Advisor at Greenpeace Africa, we have a conversation on political will to act on climate change in Africa. We also highlight lessons the environment movement can draw from #BLM and the feminism movement. This week on AfricaBytes: David Nyamuronda from Zimbabwe If you would like to support the podcast financially by becoming a Patron, please clic...

This episode we attend the Botswana Climate Change Network Webinar, the presenters are Lindiwe Modise, Dr. Douglas Rasbash, Nicholas Jankowski and Khulekani Magwaza. On AfricaBytes: Clement Kandodo from Malawi

This week's episode is dedicated to the 57th Anniversary of Africa Day by unpacking this year's theme, "Silencing the guns, creating a conducive environment for Africa's development" with 5 climate change activists from Seychelles, The Gambia, Kingdom of Eswatini, Nigeria and Kenya. We also explore what is the Africa they want as per #Agenda2063 #AfricaWeWant On Africabytes today: Aya Chebbi, Afri...