Erin Conway-Smith
Southern Africa correspondent for The Economist, reporting on the aftermath of Cyclone Idai in Mozambique.
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Apr 1, 2019 • 21min
AK, not quite OK: Turkey’s elections
Join Piotr Zalewski, The Economist's sharp-eyed Turkey correspondent, as he dissects recent Turkish municipal elections that spell trouble for President Erdogan's AK party amid growing voter discontent over economic woes. Erin Conway-Smith, the Southern Africa correspondent, shares heartbreaking tales of survivors grappling with the deadly aftermath of Cyclone Idai in Mozambique, revealing their resilience against food scarcity and health crises. The discussion also touches on the evolving political landscape of Europe and the contentious debate over daylight saving time.
Apr 1, 2019 • 21min
AK, not quite OK: Turkey’s elections
Fyatr Zalewski, The Economist's Turkey correspondent, discusses the recent local elections in Turkey, revealing how economic mismanagement has led to significant losses for the ruling AK party while still retaining power. The conversation highlights the role of Kurdish voters and the broader implications for Turkey's political landscape. Erin Conway-Smith provides a harrowing look at the aftermath of Cyclone Idai in Mozambique, detailing the struggles of survivors in the face of food shortages and health crises, while showcasing their resilience amid climate change challenges.
