We join the debate as iPhone 16 protests demand accountability for mining.
Protests and boycotts around the iPhone 16 launch took center stage with thousands of people gathering outside Apple stores around the world, from London to Tokyo. Activists chant slogans like “A child died in Congo for your iPhone,” highlighting mining-related exploitation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This episode explores how young consumers are pushing for change and accountability from Apple. We will discuss the intersection of technology, human rights and the values that drive today’s younger generation. As we unpack these protests, we challenge our audiences to think about the ethical implications of their purchasing decisions and the role of corporations in global injustices.
Presenter: Anélise Borges
Guests:
Tariq Raouf – writer and activist
Maurice Carney – director of Friends of Congo
Nicholas Muirhead – journalist and producer
Roshan Dadoo – coordinator of the South African BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions) coalition