In this episode Tshegofatso Putu speaks with economist and climate policy researcher, Matthew Kensett on the discovery of Natural Gas in Cabo Delgado Mozambique. The duo discuss the implication of gas extraction, the increasing incidence of terror activity, and the contrasting interests of the participating stakeholders. They also make projections regarding development related implications for the SADC region, and Matthew explains the concept of Just Transitions and considerations for alternate policies on energy.
Jun 27, 2021
24 min
In this episode Tshegofatso Putu speaks to senior researcher and scholar, Lwazi Somya on the recent escalation in Israeli-Palestinian tension. They discuss the implication of South Africa's historic pro-Palestinian stance and also discuss the importance of international movement building in changing the trajectory of the matter.
Jun 2, 2021
23 min
In this episode, Tshegofatso Putu speaks to behavioral economist, Simeme Mthembu about her research on transgenerational transmission of mental illness amongst black people. Simeme's research investigates how intergenerational trauma prevents black people from accessing the economy and successfully lifting themselves out of cycles of poverty.
Apr 18, 2021
28 min
In this episode Tshegofatso Putu speaks to political risk analyst and PhD candidate, Mandira Bagwandeen on the Chinese economic development miracle. They also discuss power shifts in the international political economy, and unique opportunities for Africa in this context.
Dec 6, 2020
42 min
In this episode Tshegofatso Putu speaks to Funzani Mtembu, an economist and scholar, on Financialization and how this phenomenon affects the South African economy. We also discuss alternative policy options to the neoliberal prescriptions, and the matter of the South African government undertaking a loan from the International Monetary Fund.
Nov 29, 2020
34 min
The Implication of austerity during COVID19 by Tshegofatso Putu
Nov 15, 2020
43 min
IMF and World Bank skepticism is valid by Tshegofatso Putu
Oct 19, 2020
14 min
Rethinking international relations strategies in Africa: A focus on Zimbabwe by Tshegofatso Putu
Aug 29, 2020
54 min
