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Who Funds the War Between Us?
About ten years ago, a friend gave me a copy of Against All Hope: Hope for Africa. I remember reading it and breaking down in tears not because it revealed anything new, but because it confirmed what I had always known: Africa has everything it needs to thrive, yet we remain the richest beggars on… Continue reading
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Eloquent in public, chaotic in practice
Two days ago, on October 17th, I reported for the opening ceremony of the 81st Ordinary Session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights in Banjul, Gambia. As delegates from across Africa; government officials, civil society organizations, media, and international agencies gathered to collect their name tags, what should have been a simple… Continue reading
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When home becomes a nightmare
It has been four months since I last wrote a blog—a period of much-needed introspection and healing. This time away was crucial as I sought to remain grounded in my faith in God, navigating the emotional and psychological challenges that had overwhelmed me. Early in this journey, my family and I faced a heart-wrenching decision:… Continue reading
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Hear my heart, see our potential: A Refugee Advocate’s Response
During our recent senior management team meeting, a colleague shared a conversation she had with a government official about refugee affairs. The official remarked that I tend to get emotionally involved in these discussions which sometimes leads to perceptions of “aggression” and suggested that, despite my personal background, it might be beneficial to take a… Continue reading
Thriving Through Trials 