I want to introduce you to (or remind you of) the largest, weirdest, stickiest fruit ever. It smells funny, weighs 20-70lbs, is green and bumpy on the outside, and has a core of industrial strength adhesive inside. Sound appetizing? It’s amazing. While jackfruit...
The Real Uganda’s Girls Get Skills practical skills training program launched in September 2021 with much enthusiasm from the mothers and daughters of Lugacraft Kiteza Rural Women’s Group, in Buikwe District, Uganda. As schools in Uganda have been closed...
The impact of COVID-19 is still being felt the world over. While most strict lockdown conditions have been relaxed, many of you are experiencing a second (and even third) wave of viral spread. Daily habits are simply not what they used to be. Face masking and social...
On October 9th, 2021 – Uganda turns 59. Yes, 59 years of Independence from Britain. 59 years of self-rule. 59 years of nation building. Now a proud dual-citizen, I’m originally from Canada. Independence Day means something very different to me than it does to a...
I’ve read some exceptional African literature and non-fiction publications over the years. They’ve helped me to learn history, culture, and check my privilege. They’ve validated my thoughts on the realities of humanitarian aid. They’ve allowed me to delve deeper into...
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