The Dawn is Witness Radio’s weekday morning show that immerses you in the latest knowledge on current affairs, key highlights, and new developments around land, environment, and climate issues across Africa. Don’t miss out. Tune in every weekday starting from 5 AM East African Time (EAT), for timely updates and insights as events unfold.
Latest episodes
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40 min
Turkey wins bid over Australia to host COP 31
In this episode, we dive into the recent announcement that Turkey has been selected to host the 31st Conference of the Parties (COP 31), beating Australia in a competitive bid. We…
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37 min
The National Oil Palm is threatening to evict hundreds of smallholder farmers to expand its operations in Buvu…
In this episode, we dive into the growing tensions in Buvuma District, where the expansion of the National Oil Palm Company threatens the livelihoods of hundreds of smallholder far…
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31 min
The G20 summit in South Africa concludes despite boycot from USA
In this episode, we unpack the highlights and controversies of the recent G20 Summit held in South Africa. Despite the notable absence of the United States, global leaders gathered…
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45 min
The critical role of multi-stakeholder platforms in Land governance
In this episode, we explore how multi-stakeholder platforms are transforming land governance across Africa and beyond. Land is not just soil; it is livelihood, heritage, and power.…
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35 min
Rural women farmers empowered to secure land rights to boost food security
In this episode, we explore the transformative role of rural women farmers in strengthening food security through land rights empowerment. Across many communities, women face syste…
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39 min
Reclaiming Food Sovereignty in Africa an analysis of Genetically Modified Organisms - GMO and Agro-ecology
In this episode, we explore the critical issue of food sovereignty in Africa, examining how communities can take back control over the food they grow, eat, and trade. We dive deep…
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41 min
Palm Oil affected residents demand meeting the president over compensation exclusion
In this episode, we delve into the growing tensions between local communities and palm oil companies. Residents affected by large-scale palm oil projects are speaking out after bei…
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37 min
Over 10 countries commit to curb misinformation at COP30
In this episode, we dive into the latest developments at COP30, where over ten nations have pledged to tackle the growing challenge of misinformation, especially in the context of…
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50 min
New Report Debunks the Vacant land Narrative that is fueling disposession in Africa
In this episode, we unpack a powerful new report that challenges the long-standing “vacant land” narrative being used to justify land grabs and dispossession across Africa. The rep…
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44 min
Importance of documenting attacks of human rights defenders and the escalating patterns of violence against th…
Human rights defenders are increasingly facing intimidation, threats, criminalization, and physical violence for standing up for justice, land, and environmental protection. In thi…
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42 min
How dependence on GMOs has affected public health, environment and democratic oversight
In this episode, we examine the growing dependence on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and its far-reaching impacts on society. Our discussion explores how GMO adoption has in…
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33 min
Government sets aside 24 Billions UGX to compensate National Oil Palm Project affected persons
In this episode, we unpack the government’s decision to set aside UGX 24 billion to compensate persons affected by the National Oil Palm Project. We examine who qualifies for compe…
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36 min
Global Land Observatory - land tenure and governance preliminary findings
In this episode of the Global Land Observatory podcast, we share early findings on land tenure and governance and what they mean for ordinary people and communities. The discussion…
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36 min
Fact-checkers Debunk cliams that the Amazon Forest was felled to built highway for COP30 as Misleading
In this episode, we unpack viral claims suggesting that large sections of the Amazon rainforest were cleared to construct a highway ahead of COP30. Through verified evidence and ex…
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33 min
EALA Representatives acknowledge the transformative potential of Agro-ecology during a visit to an agroecology…
In this episode, we explore how agroecology is reshaping sustainable agriculture in East Africa. During a field visit to an agroecology model farm in Uganda, Members of the East Af…
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46 min
COP 30 outcomes and way forward on debt and climate
As the world reflects on the outcomes of COP30, this podcast unpacks what the decisions mean for climate-vulnerable countries, especially across Africa and the Global South.We exam…
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23 min
Exposed: New EGI & CRI Report Reveals Gross Human Rights Violations in Uganda’s Albertine Region
A newly released report by the Economic Governance Initiative (EGI) and the Center for Research and Innovation (CRI) exposes alarming human rights violations against community memb…