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Deep Dive: Stealing Africa (2012)

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Stealing Africa
In 'Stealing Africa', the documentary investigates the contrast between Zambia's significant copper wealth and its status as one of the poorest countries globally. The film presents the fact that corporations have extracted copper worth $29 billion over the last decade, yet the Zambian population has not benefited from this wealth. The documentary examines the systemic issues of tax avoidance that contribute to this disparity, revealing that Zambia loses an estimated $160 billion annually due to tax evasion, which is nearly double the amount it receives in international aid. The film emphasizes the impact of this financial drain on essential services in Zambia. For every $1 in aid received, $10 is lost to tax havens, depriving the country of crucial funds for healthcare, education, and infrastructure. The documentary argues that if these funds were properly utilized, it could save the lives of 350,000 children under five each year, highlighting the severe consequences of the current economic system.

Why Watch

  • •See how Zambia's copper wealth impacts its poverty.
  • •Find out about the $160 billion lost to tax evasion.
  • •Meet key figures like Ivan Glasenberg and Eva Joly.

Did You Know

•Zambia has lost an estimated $160 billion annually to tax evasion.
•Corporations extracted copper worth $29 billion from Zambia in the last decade.
•For every $1 in aid Zambia receives, $10 is lost to tax havens.
•Proper utilization of lost funds could save 350,000 children under five each year.

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Economic inequalityTax evasionZambian history