Like a hawk, veteran investigative reporter John Grobler circled the managers overseeing the destruction of Namibia’s threatened rosewood forests, gathering intelligence.
In this episode of “Dirty Deeds: Tales of Global Crime & Corruption,” John and OCCRP Senior Investigator Khadija Sharife recount how they exposed the ruinous deals struck between local elites and Chinese companies making millions from illegal logging. The reporting duo also discuss how this pattern of corruption, exploitation, and ecological devastation can be seen across Africa — and how investigative journalism can reveal the hidden forces behind this damage.
"Dirty Deeds: Tales of Global Crime & Corruption" is a gripping podcast that delves deep into the realm of investigative journalism, unraveling hidden stories of jaw-dropping fraud and deceit.
Every other week, we'll bring you reporting from some of OCCRP's most important investigations, showcasing the work of our worldwide network of journalists who cross borders — and bad guys — to shine a bright light on some of the world’s most dangerous criminal networks.
