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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 