How To Build A Wellbeing Economy In Africa | Dr. Mao Amis | TEDxCapeTown

Africa's abundant resources need to be harnessed effectively to uplift her people. To achieve that requires that inclusive innovations are harnessed to build the resilience of vulnerable communities. The result is a wellbeing economy, that is people-centered, environmentally, and equitable. Dr. Mao Amis is the Founder of the African Centre for Green Economy, a research think tank based in South Africa. He has 15 years of experience in the green economy sector in Africa as well as globally. Dr Amis advises on a range of topics including climate finance, climate-smart agriculture, water stewardship, public-private partnerships, inclusive business models, and corporate sustainability strategies to name a few.
He holds an MSc and PhD in Conservation Biology from the University of Cape Town and serves on various Boards as a non-Executive Director, including the Table Mountain Fund (TMF), South African Renewable Energy Business Incubator (SAREBI), and the Freshwater Research Centre.
He highlights the leadership provided by grassroots communities in building ecological and economic resilience. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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Thank you Dr. Maovery motivating indeed. We really need to jealously protect the environment.

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no problem

[@CourtneyMorganRealEstate]

Resonate with Dr's statement: "Africa can not rely on an economic model which has brought so much suffering" . Collaboration really is key...

[@andremader7326]

This is a nice and succinct account of the issues it addresses. It touches on many key points and brings them together nicely. I especially liked the conclusion. It's Africa's time now. Not by relying on other countries (though that is till important), but by believing in what Africans - especially young Africans - can achieve. I hope all Governments of the continent increasingly realize how important an investment education is - especially at primary and secondary levels.

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Very appreciated Ted Talks!