By Mirembe Faridah – CMO, Artsy Africa Remote Squad | Member, Da Vision Women When I walked the streets of Kampala searching for work, I never imagined I’d one day be building AI tools and leading digital strategy for a tech organization. I never imagined I’d be sharing my story...
By Abdul Karim Ssensamba International Menstrual Hygiene Day May 28, 2025 In the heart of Kyaka II Refugee Settlement in Uganda, something remarkable happened on May 28, 2025. A day that could have passed unnoticed in the crowded calendar of humanitarian crises instead became a powerful moment of dignity, voice,...
Through this partnership, we aim to strengthen our collective mission of advancing health equity and dignity for refugees at KYAKA II Settlement Uganda . RHCPI brings invaluable expertise in delivering comprehensive health services, community-based health education, and robust advocacy efforts focused on the unique needs of displaced populations. focus areas...
At Davision Refugee Organisation, we are proud to announce a meaningful partnership with KRC (Kabarole Research Centre) in delivering life-changing support to refugees in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement through the Kulea Watoto program. This collaboration is more than just a program, it’s a powerful step toward restoring dignity, self-reliance, and...
For many adolescent girls and women living in refugee settlements, access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) is a daily battle. Cultural taboos, lack of information, economic hardship, and insecurity make it nearly impossible for them to access essential healthcare services. I joined Davision in 2017 ,which...
At Davision Refugee Women and Youth, we believe that creating homes free from gender-based violence (GBV) requires the active involvement of everyone and that includes men and boys. That’s why we recently organized a transformative workshop aimed at engaging male allies as part of the solution to end GBV. This...
Have you tried Sombe? If not, you’re missing one of Congolese most comforting secrets dish! In the rich tapestry of Congolese cuisine, one dish continues to steal the spotlight is Sombe, the slow-cooked, leafy green stew that warms both body and soul. it’s safe to say that Sombe began to appear in...
When Paula fled the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as a young girl, she never imagined that education would be her way out of hardship. Displacement robbed her of her home, security, and school. Arriving at Kyaka II refugee settlement in Uganda, her life seemed to stall until she discovered...
My name is Abdul Karim Ssensamba, and I am deeply committed to improving the lives ofrefugee women and girls, especially in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement. As someone who hasworked in various fields, including healthcare and social entrepreneurship, I have had theprivilege of engaging directly with the challenges faced by refugees...
Kitengi (also spelled kitenge) was introduced to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in the late 19th to early 20th century through trade and colonial influences. The fabric’s origins trace back to Indonesian batik, which was brought to Africa by Dutch traders. Kitengi became popular in the DRC, especially during...
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