Nine days without food, shelter, or even a blanket—this was how Kadjosi Matabishi and his family began their life in Kenya. They slept on the cold floor of an unfinished building, clinging to hope while the wind pierced their bones. Then, a kind stranger led them to the UNHCR office, where they discovered that humanity could still shine even in the darkest of times. Today, that same hope is fading in Kakuma Refugee Camp. Funding cuts have left thousands of families—children, mothers, and the elderly—without enough food to survive. Hunger is spreading despair, violence, and exploitation. Yet, just as one woman’s compassion changed Kadjosi’s life, your support can change theirs. Together, we can restore Kakuma as a true place of refuge—where hope grows instead of hunger.
The Making of a Refugee: A Journey of Pain and Hope, Part 2-What’s In A Name?
Since the late 1990s, over 7 million people have been displaced within the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to ongoing conflict. Kadjosi Matabishi Mzaliwa, only 19 years old, experienced this turmoil firsthand. This is part 2 of his story, which illustrates not just resilience but also the importance of our identities. What does your name mean? How do you contribute to the world?
The Making of a Refugee: Kadjosi’s Story
Kadjosi Matabishi Mzaliwa’s powerful refugee story sheds light on the humanitarian crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the ongoing challenges in Kenya’s Kakuma refugee camp. Fleeing militia conscription at 19, Kadjosi now leads a grassroots refugee advocacy initiative focused on food security, self-reliance, and sustainable aid. Discover how community-led humanitarian efforts like the DES Food Forest are transforming lives in exile.
Kakuma Famine Relief: Support Refugee Volunteers and Feed Families Today / Msaada wa Njaa Kakuma: Saidia Wakimbizi Wajitolea na Lisha Familia Leo
The food crisis in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya, is worsening, affecting thousands, particularly vulnerable groups. The World Food Program's limited rations are leaving many without help. DES, a refugee-led organization, faces challenges as staff prioritize feeding their families. Donations to the DES Kakuma Famine Relief Fund are urgently needed.
How Famine Relief Can Shape Children’s Resilience / Jinsi Msaada wa Njaa Unavyoweza Kuunda Ustahimilivu wa Watoto
Help Support Urgent Sustainable Farming Initiatives for Refugees
Since the beginning of our Permaculture Initiative in Kakuma Refugee Camp, we have trained over 374 individuals in sustainable farming practices. Many of them have taken the knowledge to heart and started their own small gardens in their compounds. These gardens have not only produced vegetables but also brought hope, dignity, and resilience to families …
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Creativity Feeds the Soul During Kakuma Famine—Help Us Continue This Urgent Work / Wakati mgao wa chakula umekatwa, ubunifu hulisha roho -kutusaidia kuendelea
Empowering Refugee Women in Kakuma: A Path to Sustainability / Kuwawezesha Wanawake Wakimbizi huko Kakuma: Njia ya Uendelevu
Kakuma Refugees Still Need Your Help / Wakimbizi bado wanahitaji msaada wako
Water, Source of Life / Maji, chanzo cha uzima
The Kakuma refugee camp is suffering from a severe water shortage, forcing refugees to illegally access water by breaking pipelines or traveling considerable distances. Despite the dangers, this remains a widespread practice due to a lack of official systems. Donations are needed for the DES Kakuma Famine Relief Fund to help address this crisis.
