In conversation with Chaima Ktaif, Zero Waste Tunisia

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25 Years of Environmental Justice - GAIA and the People Leading It

In this special 25th-anniversary episode, Kenza Elazkem sits down with Chaima Ktaifi from our member organisation, Zero Waste Tunisia. Together, they explore the organisation’s inspiring journey, its milestones, key lessons, and the transformative impact of its work across Tunisia. They also reflect on how being part of GAIA has strengthened their mission, deepened collaboration, and expanded their reach in the global zero waste movement.
Chapters
  • 00:05 Introducing Chaima and the podcast
  • 01:08 Chaima's personal and professional journey
  • 04:11 The origins of Chiama's environmental commitment
  • 10:37 The evolution of behaviours and the establishment of Zero Waste Tunisia
  • 16:50 The challenges and achievements of Zero Waste Tunisia
  • 19:24 Joining GAIA and Break Free from Plastic
  • 24:18 GAIA's impact on Zero Waste Tunisia
  • 28:16 The benefits of joining the GAIA network
8 Dec English South Africa Society & Culture · Earth Sciences

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