Gold and Grievance: The Kuria Community's challenge with Extractivism

Critical Ecologies

In this podcast episode, we go into the heart of North Mara, Tanzania, where the Kuria community faces the harsh realities of extractivism. With gold being one of the sources of revenue in the country, powerful corporations and state authorities play significant roles in shaping the lives within the community. As extractivism threatens their lands and livelihoods, Elina Musa examines the innovative ways the community fights back, from international legal battles to social media activism, revealing the determination of a community fighting for justice.