This article examines the role of community kitchens (tekiyas), Emergency Response Rooms, and grassroots solidarity networks in supporting communities affected by the war in Sudan since April 2023. It explores how these initiatives have become essential lifelines, while examining the challenges surrounding fair aid distribution, representation, coordination, accountability, and resource management.
Maryann Muchugia shares her motherhood journey, from pregnancy and C-section recovery to breastfeeding challenges, baby milestones, and the lessons of raising her son.
This article examines the lasting impact of female genital mutilation (FGM) on Sudanese women and how war and displacement have intensified the risks facing girls. Drawing on personal testimonies and field research, it explores regional differences, social pressures, health consequences, and shifting attitudes toward the practice, while highlighting the gap between legislation and enforcement.
This article explores the Somali community in Kenya beyond Eastleigh, highlighting how culture, education, economic networks, and collective responsibility have shaped Somali identity and resilience. It examines cultural festivals, community organizations, entrepreneurship, education, and the contributions of Somali Kenyans to public life, while also addressing challenges such as marginalization, documentation barriers, and persistent stereotypes.
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Since April 2023, Sudan’s war has fueled severe human exploitation. Criminal networks exploit Facebook, WhatsApp, and Telegram to lure people—especially boys—into trafficking, forced labor, or armed recruitment, while women face hidden sexual abuse. Missed warning signs make digital literacy and vigilance essential, alongside frameworks like Sudan’s 2021 anti-trafficking plan.