S2026 E10 | Red Gold: Malawi's Chilli Economy

In southern Malawi, the bird's eye chilli is more than a crop; it is a source of income for many and a culturally significant flavor, ingrained in South-East African cuisine; from smallholder farms to factory floors, we trace how one of the world's hottest chillies underpins livelihoods, fuels a growing industry and connects rural communities to international markets.