2026 • 45' • English & French
Director(s): Luc Hardy & Neil Brandvold • Producer(s): Sagax Entertainment • Country of production: France • Format(s): HD
Behind every glowing ember lies an invisible war.
Across East Africa, the illegal charcoal trade fuels a devastating cycle of terrorism, deforestation and climate change.
From Somalia to Kenya, the film follows the far-reaching consequences of this lucrative industry, exposing its impact on local communities and endangered wildlife.
Yet amid the destruction, volunteers, activists and entrepreneurs are fighting to create a more sustainable future.
A gripping documentary investigation into the hidden connections between environmental crime, global markets and human resilience.