NAPAD BLOG

Safiya’s Renewed Journey into the Art of Weaving

Safiya’s Renewed Journey into the Art of Weaving

Safiya Abdi Mohamed at her shop, together with Nawal (NAPAD project Officer) The history of weaving in Somalia dates back thousands of years and holds deep cultural significance for the Somali people. The art has been an integral part of their traditional practices...

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Community-Led Hygiene and Sanitation Action in Khalicha Village

Community-Led Hygiene and Sanitation Action in Khalicha Village

Mama Halima outside her home Khalicha Village in Mandera North, Mandera County, has always been a place of resilience. Locally referred to as the "clean village," Khalicha earned this reputation when its residents made the bold step to ban the sale and use of khat, a stimulant widely consumed in the region. This collective action set Khalicha apart, prioritizing positive social change. However, even Khalicha's progressive outlook hasn’t shielded it from the harsh realities of protracted...

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