EMPOWERING YOUTH IN GEDO – SOMALIA TO TACKLE POVERTY THROUGH BUSINESS VENTURES
Youth unemployment is one of the most critical socio-economic and political problems facing Africa, particularly the Horn of Africa. Young people face hostile economic environments where job markets dry up, and there are limited options. Due to the perennial droughts,...
A BUZZ IN ARESA: DIVERSIFYING AGRO-PASTORALISTS INCOME THROUGH BEE FARMING IN MANDERA KENYA.
In the remote, dusty village of Aresa in Mandera County-Kenya, villagers depend on small-scale agriculture to earn a living. Climate change has resulted in unpredictable weather changes, and now families struggle to meet their basic needs. The area is highly...
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN THE COVID-19 CONTEXT
In recent years, climate-related shocks, mainly drought and flooding, have increased in frequency and intensity, intensifying humanitarian needs and undermining resilience at the household and community levels. Jamac Xaashi Abdille, a 45-year-old father of seven...
Supporting Families in Mandera County, Scale-Up Early Detection, Referral, and Treatment of Malnutrition Cases
Every child has the right to good nutrition. Well-nourished children have the opportunity to grow and develop to their full potential, equipping them to lead healthy, and fulfilling lives. However, the burden of malnutrition poses a serious threat to children's survival, especially in the face of humanitarian crises. These children begin life at a significant disadvantage, and the consequences extend into adulthood, affecting their education, earning potential, and community participation. In...
