We often struggle with two different approaches to our careers: “work to live” and “work for life“. While seemingly simple, these phrases convey deep meanings about our professional lives and the satisfaction we derive from them. Work to live prioritises fulfilling a sense of duty and achieving financial security. It emphasises earning a living through Continue reading

In the peaceful area adjacent to Dzaleka refugee camp, an unexpected colony of bees found a home in the attic of the There is Hope building a few years ago. With little research into their origins and motivations, it was decided to relocate them. The plan was to build smaller hives to gently introduce the Continue reading

In the often-overlooked pages of the Book of Esther, a character named Hathach emerges as a faithful messenger between Esther and Mordecai. In the grand narrative of Esther’s bravery and Mordecai’s strategic counsel, Hathach plays a crucial, though understated, role. In today’s world, where the rapid transmission of messages carries the risk of reaching unintended Continue reading

As the sun sets over Dzaleka refugee camp, a place that holds the echoes of my past, I reflect on the ongoing challenges my fellow refugees face. The overcrowded and dilapidated houses are a constant reminder of the urgent need for change. Today, as I left our office just outside the camp, I felt the Continue reading

In April 2016, I arranged a meeting with a local businessman and influential pastor to discuss the possibility of him becoming a financial partner for ‘There is Hope’, the charity I founded years ago. Despite waiting a month for the appointment, I had to wait another two hours in the reception area of his office Continue reading