In this episode, Mr. Geoffrey Obbo hosts Mary Ejang for an insightful conversation on rurality, youth, and charcoal livelihoods in Uganda. The discussion explores how charcoal production and trade continue to shape economic survival for young people in rural communities where employment opportunities are limited and access to resources remains unequal.

The episode examines the realities young people face as they navigate environmental risk, informality, and social expectations, while relying on charcoal as a livelihood. Through lived experiences and community perspectives, the conversation highlights the urgent need for youth-centered, sustainable livelihood pathways that balance economic survival with environmental protection and long-term rural development.