A new way of redesigning everything has emerged. Designers all around the world have changed their mindsets to incorporate circular design principles into their work and products. Join this live conversation to hear the stories of two designers, Isatu Harrison and Maxwell Mutanda, from Sierra Leone and Zimbabwe. We will also be joined by Hannah Robinson, the lead at the British Council for architecture, design and fashion programmes across Sub Saharan Africa. In this session, we will discuss: 1. The circular economycircular economyA systems solution framework that tackles global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, waste, and pollution. It is based on three principles, driven by design: eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials (at their highest value), and regenerate nature. in Sub-Saharan Africa. Who is pushing for this? 2. The role of design in the transition to a circular economy. What does this mean for a rapidly growing youth population? 3. Practical examples of stories and projects already taking place.
77% of Africa's Population is Under 35: How is a Demographic Shift Impacting Circular Design?
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