TED Talks Daily A next-generation solution to the climate crisis | Nkosilathi Nyathi
Mar 5, 2022
Nkosilathi Nyathi shines a light on how children in developing nations, especially in Zimbabwe, are disproportionately affected by climate change. He argues for the crucial involvement of young people in environmental decision-making, emphasizing their unique perspectives and experiences. The speaker shares personal stories of growing up amidst climate challenges, such as droughts and food insecurity, and highlights a school biogas project as a testament to youth activism. This call for accountability and empowerment injects hope into the urgent fight for climate justice.
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Daily Hardships Due to Climate Change
- Nkosilathi Nyathi describes the daily hardships faced by children in Zimbabwe due to climate change, such as walking long distances to school in scorching heat.
- He highlights the added burden of fetching water from drying wells and writing exams outdoors in extreme weather.
Intergenerational Injustice of Climate Change
- Climate change is primarily caused by adults in developed nations, yet its most severe consequences disproportionately affect children in developing countries.
- This intergenerational injustice jeopardizes the future of these children, emphasizing the urgency of addressing climate change.
Impact of Cyclones Dineo and Idai
- In 2017, Cyclone Dineo disrupted schooling and displaced thousands in Zimbabwe and Mozambique.
- Two years later, Cyclone Idai caused further devastation and loss of life, highlighting the increasing frequency and intensity of climate disasters.