Best Shaku Podcasts (2024)

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#030 Unpacking People's Power 24:06

26d ago24:06

24:06

What will a People's Power movement look like in South Africa? In this episode, Francina Nkosi of the Waterberg Women's Advocacy Organisation leads a powerful discussion on the meaning and impact of People's Power. Joined by Thandi Tess Tshaka from the Botshabelo Unemployed Movement, Brighton Phiri of Nu-Climate Vision, Priyanka Naidoo from Green C…

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#029 The Story of the Coalition (So Far) 38:32

1M ago38:32

38:32

The Climate Justice Coalition (CJC) is a South African coalition of over 60 trade unions, civil society, grassroots, and community-based organisations. It is a powerful movement taking on the climate crisis by advancing a transformative climate justice agenda, which works to overcome the deep inequality, poverty and multiple injustices that South A…

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#028 Unbundling Eskom | Trevor Shaku 1:01:28

3M ago1:01:28

1:01:28

Why trade unions are worried about electricity market reforms. In this episode, Trevor Shaku, the national spokesperson of the South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU), talks to host Alex Lenferna about the major electricity market reforms underway in South Africa. The discussion revolves around South Africa's electricity future and the gov…

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#027 How the Spy Bill is Shrinking Civic Space in South Africa 40:10

5M ago40:10

40:10

Unpacking the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill. The General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill, also known as the Spy Bill, aims to put into action certain suggestions from a review panel regarding the State Security Agency. However, it has sparked significant worry among South African civil society groups. In this episode, CJC coordinator Bu…

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#026 Owning the Renewable Means of Production 56:49

5M ago56:49

56:49

Why social ownership of renewable energy is key. In this episode, Janet Cherry (Professor of Development Studies and renowned anti-Apartheid activist) speaks to us about the exciting work she has been doing on the social ownership of renewable energy. The episode host, Alex Lenferna, speaks to Janet about the team she has been leading, and the rese…

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#025 Mpumalanga is not a Sacrifice Zone! 26:30

6M ago26:30

26:30

In this episode, Cleo, an organiser with the Climate Justice Coalition (CJC), sheds light on Mpumalanga's plight - a province ravaged by coal mining and pollution. Cleo goes into detail about its impacts on local communities which include respiratory issues among children, dirty and unsafe water, women being exploited for jobs, and government failu…

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#024 Building Red-Green Alliances 57:54

7M ago57:54

57:54

How trade unions & climate justice activists can transform the world. In this podcast episode, we speak to Ruth Ntlokotse, the president of the South African Federation of Trade Unions and a new coordinator of the Climate Justice Coalition. We speak to her about the important role that trade unions have to play in the climate justice movement. We d…

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#023 Karpowerships Are No Turkish Delight 14:41

11M ago14:41

14:41

Why is there massive opposition of Karpowerships within coastal towns of South Africa? The Green Connection and a Small-Scale Fisher talk about the risks of Karpowerships. Bringing about their advocacy actions and stories relating to their journey to oppose the power ships, along with sharing the myths and reality of Karpowerships, from research co…

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#022 The Public vs the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone - Part 2 54:25

12M ago54:25

54:25

Part 2: How this industrial development threatens rural communities livelihoods. In this episode, we delve into how this coal-fuelled industrial development threatens rural communities living in the Vhembe District of Limpopo Province and the extent to which it is driving a corporate land grab in the region and the failings of the Public Participat…

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#021 The public versus the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone - Part 1 49:01

1y ago49:01

49:01

Part 1: Why should we be concerned and how is it being challenged legally? In this episode, the first in a two-part series unpacking the significant dangers posed by the Musina-Makhado Special Economic Zone (MMSEZ), host Robert Krause of Centre for Applied Legal Studies speaks to Lauren Liebenberg of Living Limpopo and Heard Reserve, and Kirsten Yo…

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#020 The Heart of Coal Country 56:12

1y ago56:12

56:12

Telling the story of Mpumalanga's difficult energy transition. In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest questions surrounding South Africa’s energy and climate crisis - how do we ensure a just energy transition for the people of Mpumalanga? Mpumalanga is the province most heavily dependent on coal for its economy and livelihoods. It account…

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#019 Healing the Frontlines: Nurturing Resilience in the Climate Justice Movement 33:15

1y ago33:15

33:15

Addressing the deep traumas faced by our young climate activists. We must address the deep traumas faced by those who are fighting in our social movements. When we fail to care for and acknowledge them and their trauma, we risk burnout of activists themselves and the movement as a whole. The climate justice movement is no different. Recognising tha…

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#018 Eco-socialism in our lifetimes 47:03

1+ y ago47:03

47:03

Learning from COSATU's radical vision of a just transition. In this episode, we speak to Lebogang Mulaisi, the labour market policy coordinator at the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) and a commissioner on the Presidential Climate Change Coordinating Commission. Lebogang coordinates and implements COSATU's labour market policy and th…

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#017 How climate change impacts our health 29:26

1+ y ago29:26

29:26

Defining climate change as a health issue. Health, as we understand it, should be considered central to climate change. Climate change will have profound impacts on people and public health. In this episode, we speak to guests who work at the intersection between coal, climate, energy, and health. We reflect on the outcomes of the 2022 United Natio…

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#016 Climate friendly budgeting: where do we start? 47:25

2y ago47:25

47:25

Can the national budget advance adaptation efforts and climate justice? The need to mitigate and adapt to the realities of the climate crisis in these and other sectors has become increasingly apparent. This episode will focus on the adaptation pillar of climate action. Climate change adaptation means anticipating the adverse effects of climate cha…

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#015 The Climate Change Bill: A breakthrough for climate justice? 59:59

2y ago59:59

59:59

An analysis of the Climate Change Bill for activists. The tabling of the Climate Change Bill before parliament represents an important moment in tackling climate change, the most severe crisis facing the future of humanity and the planet. As impacts of the climate crisis are especially keenly felt by the Black working class, and marginalised groups…

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#014 The People Versus the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy 41:32

2y ago41:32

41:32

A people's tribunal putting the government on trial for its crimes Guests: Cleopatra Shezi (United Front) In this special episode of Just Us and the Climate, we take you to a live People's Tribunal, entitled the People of South Africa versus the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE). We hear stories from people across the country about …

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#013 We cannot eat oil and gas 59:47

2+ y ago59:47

59:47

Seismic surveys on South Africa's east and west coasts Guests: Nonhle Mbuthuma (Amadiba Crisis Committee) Sinegugu Zukulu (Sustaining the Wild Coast) Wilmien Wicomb (Legal Resources Center) Christian Adams (Steenberg Cove Small Scale Fishers Community) Dr Mnqobi Ngubane and Moenieba Isaacs (Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies) Big corp…

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Remind Us Whose House This Is? 48:20

2+ y ago48:20

48:20

We welcome 2022 with VOLUME 3 of the O&A Pod! Let's talk all things sports and have plenty fun! OMO! NAIJA! **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final purchase!** **Love sports betting? Use code: OSAABE on mybookie.ag to get your deposit DOUBLED! Re…

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We're Not Gonna Take It! 41:52

2+ y ago41:52

41:52

Let's close off the year with some chaotic fun as we lament on the NBA Christmas games and even speak on the Ravens! With the LAST sports betting picks of 2021, we visit Mr. Watson's Neighborhood! Happy New Year! **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your…

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A MERRY (covid) CHRISTMAS!(??) 44:54

2+ y ago44:54

44:54

Merry Christmas! We talk the current state of affairs in this weekend's festivities across the COVID rampant sports ;eagues. We also give a few special shoutouts and even shooting our shot at 2022! **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final purchase…

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Pleasant Surprises 1:24:30

3y ago1:24:30

1:24:30

As we enter the final month of 2021, we share some thoughts on events in the NBA and NFL. We also welcome a new sponsor: MyBookie! Stay tuned for more news and info and the return of our Games of the Week episodes will be back shortly! You know the vibes! **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Us…

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#012 South Africa's R130 Billion Climate Finance Deal 57:18

3y ago57:18

57:18

Can climate finance unlock South Africa's just energy transition? Guests: Nina Callaghan (Centre for Sustainability Transitions) Dr Emily Tyler (Meridian Economics) In this episode, we dive into the details (or lack thereof) surrounding South Africa's major R130 billion climate finance deal announced at the COP 26 UN Climate Summit in Glasgow. Nina…

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#011 The Full Costs of Mining 52:49

3y ago52:49

52:49

An exploration of how extractivism creates environmental, social and climate justice. Host: Robert.Krause (Researcher: Environmental Justice | Wits) Guests: Nomakhosazana Precious Nomnqa (Women Affected by Mining United in Action – WAMUA) Ramabina Mahapa (Land and Accountability Research Centre – LARC) Patrick Bond (Professor of Sociology, Universi…

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Presents for All ft. Jabari 1:09:48

3y ago1:09:48

1:09:48

A new episode w/ various surprises across the NFL and NBA. We are joined by Jabari, longtime friend of the Podcast and more! Special announcement is dropped as well, for our basketball fans! **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final purchase!** Be …

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GotW: SPOILER-makers ft. Baba Funke 44:26

3y ago44:26

44:26

Sans Osa, Abe & Baba Funke hold it down! They talk some of their surprising games from #TrapSaturday as well as the surprises in the NFL. We visit Mr. Watson's Neighborhood where he shares his upcoming betting plays as well as debuting our weekly NFL Pickems segment (yes, it's Week 10 but better late than never!) CFB: #LSUvsBAMA #MSUvsPUR NFL: #MIN…

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Season of Wahala: Same Energy 1:17:41

3y ago1:17:41

1:17:41

This has been a week of straight wahala amongst the NFL and NBA. So we decide to share our thoughts on some of the nonsense occurring and the audacity of those who aren't keeping the same energy. From the disgraceful Henry Ruggs III situation that ended in a fatality to the conniving antics of QB1 from Green Bay, even to the audacity of PETA... We …

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GotW: Requiem of Our Teams ft. Baba Funke 1:03:30

3y ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Hey, we got SMOKE for a certain college team in the B1G Conference! The first College Football Playoff Rankings have dropped and we share our thoughts! We discuss some of the surprising games from Halloween NFL Sunday and get real about our NBA teams as the season is 8 games in! Another week heading to Mr. Watson's Neighborhood where he's been on a…

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Naija Demons ft. Master Kovu 1:45:57

3y ago1:45:57

1:45:57

Psst! Do you know what's better than 2 Nigerians on a Podcast? It's having THREE! Osa & Abe are joined by Young Kovu (who recently acquired his Masters degree) so we shall call him MASTER Kovu from here on out. We discuss the English Premier League, amused at the different fandoms that all conflict with each other. We then take a moment to laud pra…

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GotW: The Jinx Episode ft. Baba Funke 38:49

3y ago38:49

38:49

Aptly titled since the sports teams we support decide to embarrass us and the teams we dismiss then decide to show us up! Nonetheless, we review our fave games of the past week while also taking a stroll through Mr. Watson's Neighborhood. CFB: #UKvsUGA #PURvsIOWA #OKSTvsTEX NFL: #GBvsCHI #CINvsDET #LACvsBAL **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all y…

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Coast to Coast Controversy 1:01:00

3y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Your beloved Naija duo take some time to express their thoughts on Gruden the NFL as well as the Irving/Nets situation in the NBA. We also discuss the breaking news surrounding the Cardinals and Eagles that threw us for a loop. As always, thank you for your love and support! #OmoNaija #OAPod **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs…

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GotW: The Penn State Episode ft. Baba Funke 1:03:04

3y ago1:03:04

1:03:04

The Trio are back to discuss another week of sports! CFB: #BamavsTA&M #PSUvsIowa #OklavsTEX #ARKvsOle #UTAHvsUSC NFL #BUFvsKC #INDvsBAL **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final purchase!** Be sure to follow Abe on Social Media Twitch: twitch.tv/Pr…

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GotW: Shake the Rankings! ft. Baba Funke 32:00

3y ago32:00

32:00

Sans Osa, Abe & Baba Funke discuss the recent week of sports with Abe lamenting on the status of College Football's Top 25! CFB: #IowavsMD #ARKvsUGA NFL #TENvsNYJ #TBvsNE **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final purchase!** Be sure to follow Abe o…

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Naija is 61! 1:32:36

3y ago1:32:36

1:32:36

This is the celebration of Nigeria's Independence Day that occurred on Oct. 1st, 2021. Osa & Abe, as a result, get wild and start acting up! In this energetic episode, we recap NFL Week 3's #TBvsLAR & #MINvsSEA w/ Abe making some bold claims involving 2 WRs from this century. Furthermore, who is the best QB in the AFC North?? We talk NBA and sing p…

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GotW: Razorback Country! ft. Baba Funke 1:10:46

3y ago1:10:46

1:10:46

Another week of sports has the Crew saying some slanderous and emotional opinions + we have Mr. Watson's Neighborhood! UCL #PortoLiverpool CFB #UNLVvsFresno #ClemsonvsNCSU NFL #CINvsPIT #MIAvsLV #GBvsSF **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final pur…

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Tell Me Your Fantasy? 53:13

3y ago53:13

53:13

Osa & Abe share recaps of #LARvsIND & #MINvsAZ while looking towards #TBvsLAR & #MINvsSEA of the young, NFL season. Abe must lament on the hit his Fantasy Football team took thanks to Thursday Night Football but the show must go on! We spend some time discussing the drama occurring in the NBA, especially what ever is occurring in Minnesota. **Head …

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GotW: I Formation ft. Baba Funke 1:18:53

3y ago1:18:53

1:18:53

A new week of sports allowed for some wild + fun reactions this week! @sportsheadradio brings Mr. Watson's Neighborhood byke! CFB: #BamavsUF #GSUvsArk #FresnovsUCLA NFL #LVvsPIT #TENvsSEA #KCvsBAL UCL #BarcaBayern **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off you…

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Candace Parker Day! 55:50

3y ago55:50

55:50

Osa & Abe share their thoughts on Aaron Rodgers comments after last Sunday's abysmal loss to the New Orleans Saints. We share our thoughts on the performances our our NFL teams as we offer a brief preview into this week's Week 2 matchups. Finally, we discuss basketball, the planned movements of John Wall and Aaron Gordon's recent extension. We spen…

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GotW: Make RBs Great Again! ft. Baba Funke 1:04:14

3y ago1:04:14

1:04:14

Osa & Abe are re-joined by @sportsheadradio aka Baba Funke to talk our fave & notable games of this past week! CFB: #OREvsOSU #STANvsUSC #TEXvsARK NFL: #AZvsTEN #CLEvsKC #GBvsNO #BALvsLV **Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final purchase!** Be sure…

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Pay Day for All! 1:16:59

3y ago1:16:59

1:16:59

**Head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events! Use code: SSAWNETWORK for a discount off your final purchase!** Be sure to follow Abe on Social Media Twitch: twitch.tv/Prince_ALawal Twitter: @Prince_ALawal Shade of Red WEBTOON: https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/shade-of-red/list?title_no=443026&page=1…

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Where Has the Summer Gone? 1:13:17

3y ago1:13:17

1:13:17

Osa & Abe get together to discuss Abe's Nollywood journey, our recap of the entire Tokyo Olympics and of course the WILD NBA offseason thus far! We get excited the stqart of the Premier League and can't wait to bring you MORE content in the future! **Remember, head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sporting events!…

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Naija Neva Carries Last 50:50

3y ago50:50

50:50

Back in the studio, your two fave Nigerians talk the NBA Finals, the possible future of the NBA, thanks to Golden State and even some Celtics talk! We of course dive into Loki, so SPOILERS! We're back to provide yall the entertainment y'all have come to love! **Remember, head to megaseats.com to purchase all your ticket needs for concerts and sport…

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Film Review: Fear Street 1978 19:03

3y ago19:03

19:03

Running solo, Abe brings new content different from the usual. Periodically, film reviews will be dropped for the fans. Most genres will be covered and we are DEFINITELY open to any recommendations! This second installment covers the Netflix film, Fear Street: 1978, Part II of the Fear Street trilogy! **Remember, head to megaseats.com to purchase a…

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Film Review: Fear Street 1994 1:00:21

3y ago1:00:21

1:00:21

Running solo, Abe brings new content different from the usual. Periodically, film reviews will be dropped for the fans. Most genres will be covered and we are DEFINITELY open to any recommendations! This first installment covers the Netflix film, Fear Street: 1994, Part I of the Fear Street trilogy! **Remember, head to megaseats.com to purchase all…

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Friends of the Show Episode 1: Blerdom ft. JD Banks 47:46

3+ y ago47:46

47:46

**Previously recorded in March** In the 1st installment of a new series presented by Osa & Abe, we welcome JD Banks of MiraCosta College, a Blerd of many titles including Main Organizer of the Black Nerds Expo! We discuss the Thor series, the love for Batman, and have a chance to learn about the interesting life JD has lived. We have so much fun ne…

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We On FYE FYE ft. Kamesha 35:03

3+ y ago35:03

35:03

We are joined by Kamesha, co-host of Inside the Mind of a Blerd. In this episode, we discuss the reactions surrounding Tobe Nwigwe and his recent release, Fye Fye. Want to connect with us? Reach us anywhere! Website: http://tssaw.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tssaw247/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tssaw_/ Twi…

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The Right One ft. Stanley 1:17:56

3+ y ago1:17:56

1:17:56

We're BACK!Follow Osa on IG! Follow Abe on Twitter & IG!Follow Stanley on TwitterGet to know Shade of Red!Want to connect with us? Reach us anywhere!Website: http://tssaw.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tssaw247/?modal=admin_todo_tourInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tssaw_/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SSAWorldWide--- Support this podcast…

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Falcon, Winter Soldier, and Marvel 25:16

3+ y ago25:16

25:16

The hiatus is coming to an end soon, but in the meantime, here is a short episode where Osa and Abe discuss what they enjoyed and any critiques regarding the show, Falcon & Winter Soldier. New episode dropping this weeknd! Stay tuned! Want to connect with us? Reach us anywhere! Website: http://tssaw.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tssaw247/…

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#10 Suffocated by the air we breathe: A Tale of Two Pandemics 40:23

3+ y ago40:23

40:23

Guests in this episode: James Irlam (PHASA) Thandile Chinyavanhu (Greenpeace Africa) Thomas Mnguni (groundWork) With three exciting and considered guests and hosted by SECTION27, this episode is in conversation about the impact of climate change on health, honing in on the consequences of poor quality air on population morbidity and mortality. The …

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#09 Transforming Africa's Biggest Polluter | A Green New Eskom 53:41

3+ y ago53:41

53:41

With Mandy Rambharos (Eskom | Head of the Just Energy Transition Office) In this episode Mandy Rambharos, head of Eskom's Just Energy Transition office, speaks to Dr Alex Lenferna, the secretary of the Climate Justice Coalition and campaigner with 350Africa.org. The episode focuses on Eskom, the biggest polluter on the African continent, and how it…

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