

An increase in internally displaced people in Africa
Nov 28, 2024
Leila Soueif, an Egyptian activist, shares her emotional journey on hunger strike for her son, highlighting personal sacrifices for justice. Alexandra Bilak discusses the alarming rise of 35 million internally displaced people in Africa, attributing this to conflicts and climate change, while Bernd Reiter uncovers the ancient democracy practices in Botswana, like the Kudla system, showing alternative governance models. The conversation intertwines personal stories with pressing political issues, making the plight of the displaced and the fight for freedom deeply relatable.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Growing Crisis of Internally Displaced Persons
01:59 • 7min
A Mother's Hunger Strike for Freedom
09:10 • 6min
Detainment and Dissent in Egypt
15:30 • 4min
Democracy Redefined: Voices from Africa
19:54 • 8min
The Kudla System and Its Role in Botswana's Democracy
28:10 • 4min