Economist Podcasts In sofa as I can recall: troubles for Cyril Ramaphosa
Dec 2, 2022
John McDermott, Chief Africa correspondent, dissects the scandal surrounding South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and the potential fallout from an investigation into cash hidden in a sofa. Shaquille Hashim explores Britain's ambitious hydrogen economy plans, discussing the balance between blue and green hydrogen production. Lastly, Anne Rowe honors Jay Pasachoff, a beloved astronomy professor known for witnessing 75 solar eclipses, who inspired many with his passion for celestial events and science.
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Ramaphosa's Scandal
- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa faces an impeachment inquiry over a bizarre scandal.
- It involves stolen cash from a sofa, buffalo, a Sudanese businessman, and a former spy.
Political Implications
- The scandal's implications are huge for Ramaphosa, the ANC, and South Africa.
- Ramaphosa's presidency is threatened, and the ANC's future is uncertain.
Hydrogen Energy
- Governments seek to decarbonize energy systems using hydrogen.
- Burning hydrogen produces only water, but storage and production methods pose challenges.