Fruit trees grown in the DES food forest in the face of repeated reduction of food assistance are one example of how DES donors and supporters are helping refugees.
Growing Hope: Fruit Trees Thrive in Kakuma
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.