Emmanuel Jogo, a 48-year-old South Sudanese refugee, originally from Avokaya, in Tore State, now lives in Meri Refugee Camp, in Faradje territory, Haut-Uélé province, DRC. He is Married to Jacqueline, and together, the two have six children. The family fled from South Sudan to escape violence and found refuge in the DRC on November 20, 2016.

Upon arrival, they were housed in the transit center under difficult conditions. “There were many of us in the same room, parents and children together, with no privacy or comfort. The nights were cold, and the mosquitoes wouldn’t let us sleep,” recalls Emmanuel, adding that “the children often suffered from repeated coughs and fevers”.
The family lived in precarious conditions until AIRD intervened in December 2016 and provided Emmanuel and other families with a kit, including mats, blankets, cooking utensils, jerrycans, and support for the construction of durable family shelters.

“My wish is to see my children finish their studies and for peace to return one day to South Sudan, so that we can go home,” Emmanuel says.
Emmanuel’s story testifies to the lasting impact of AIRD’s humanitarian action in Meri, giving refugees not only a roof over their heads but also dignity, stability, and hope for a better future.