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Uncovering Tea's Stories in East Africa

Nov 9, 2024

This World - The Tea Trail with Simon Reeve

Overview

  • Presenter: Simon Reeve, adventurer and journalist.
  • Location: Travels to Kenya and Uganda.
  • Focus: Uncovering the stories behind Britain's favorite drink, tea.
  • People Involved: Interaction with individuals engaged in picking, packing, and transporting tea.
  • Duration: 59 minutes.
  • First Aired: 8:10 pm, January 12, 2014.
  • Availability: Available for over a year on BBC iPlayer.

Key Highlights

  • Cultural Exploration:

    • Insight into the cultural and economic significance of tea in Kenya and Uganda.
    • Exploration of the lives of local workers and their role in the tea industry.
  • Economic Impact:

    • Examination of tea's impact on the economies of Kenya and Uganda.
    • Discussion on labor conditions and the economic benefits for local communities.
  • Environmental and Social Issues:

    • Consideration of environmental practices in tea cultivation.
    • Social issues affecting tea workers, including fair trade and working conditions.

Series Context

  • Part of the "This World" series, which delves into various global stories.
  • Related episodes include "The Balfour Declaration: Britain's Promise to the Holy Land" and "The Coffee Trail with Simon Reeve."

Accessibility

  • Available with audio description and sign language options.