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Burning Field focuses on the lives of scrap workers in Agbogbloshie, Accra, Ghana, where Abdallah, a worker from the northern part of the country, supports his large family. The film presents the harsh realities of poverty and the environmental impact of open burning of electronic waste in the area.
Muntaka, a concerned individual, is depicted trying to halt the harmful practice of burning electronic scraps, which contributes to significant air pollution. The film captures the intersection of economic necessity and environmental degradation in a community heavily reliant on this informal sector.
Why Watch
- •Meet Abdallah, a scrap worker supporting his family.
- •Find out how Muntaka fights against air pollution.
- •See the impact of electronic waste on Ghana's environment.
Did You Know
•Abdallah is one of thousands of scrap workers in Agbogbloshie, Ghana.
•Muntaka is actively trying to stop the burning of electronic scraps.
•The documentary shows the air pollution issues caused by burning waste.
Perfect For
Environmental activismGhanaian cultureInformal labor markets