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The Making of a Refugee: Kadjosi’s Story

The silhouette of a man running is set against the picture of the town of Kisu.

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.

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Kakuma Famine Relief: Support Refugee Volunteers and Feed Families Today / Msaada wa Njaa Kakuma: Saidia Wakimbizi Wajitolea na Lisha Familia Leo

Children sit for a lesson during a class taught by a DES volunteer.

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.

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Cultivating Hope: How Your Donation Can Help 1,000 Kakuma Refugees Transform Hunger into Harvest / Kukuza Matumaini: Jinsi Mchango Wako Unavyoweza Kusaidia Wakimbizi 1,000 wa Kakuma Kubadilisha Njaa kuwa Mavuno

The community is addressing food insecurity through a food forest project aimed at training 1,000 refugees in sustainable agriculture. While immediate donations for emergency relief are needed, the initiative emphasizes self-sufficiency and aims to empower individuals and families for long-term food security. Collaboration is key to achieving this vision.

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A Call For Global Sisterhood / Wito wa Dada wa Ulimwenguni

Here's alt text for this image: A young person in an orange shirt carries yellow and green watering containers while walking along a dirt path through a lush vegetable garden. The garden shows thriving green leafy crops growing in organized rows, with other people visible working in the background. Blue corrugated metal structures and acacia trees can be seen in the distance. This community garden is located in the Kakuma refugee camp's arid climate where the green vegetation stands out against the natural landscape.

The UNHCR Kakuma Camp houses ~300,000 African conflict refugees. Sexual violence is endemic, with rape most frequent—police report six daily cases. New arrivals and single female heads of households face highest risks. Over 79 million African girls/women experience sexual assault before 18, with 21.4% prevalence among African refugees in humanitarian settings. Globally, 100+ million forcibly …

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