
Economist Podcasts
No day in court: Jacob Zuma’s jail sentence
Jun 30, 2021
John McDermott, The Economist's chief Africa correspondent, shares insights into Jacob Zuma's contempt conviction, marking a pivotal moment for South Africa's judiciary amid ongoing corruption issues. Katrine Bragg, the environment editor, discusses the alarming rise of heatwaves in the Northern Hemisphere, underscoring their severe impacts on health and vulnerable communities. They also touch on the politicization of biryani in India, exploring its historical roots and current controversies, revealing how food can become a powerful political symbol.
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