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Why Africa’s Future Depends on Its Traditional Food | Tunisian Chef Wafik Belaid
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- Jan 2, 2026
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- 1750
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Summary
In this episode of the Battle for African Agriculture, Million Belay speaks with Tunisian executive chef and writer Wafik Belaid on food, culture, and sovereignty in North Africa. They explore how the Sahara, spice traditions, and deep regional influences of the Ottoman, Andalusian, Berber, Jewish, and Roman shape Tunisian food. He challenges colonial narratives, urging schools, youth, chefs, and governments to centre local cuisine, support farmers, and preserve authenticity for generations.