From Welder to Youth Mentor: Vicent’s Journey with AIRD
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When Rwabugahya Vicent joined African Initiatives for Relief and Development (AIRD) in June 2021 as a welder, he brought technical skills and a willingness to...
After fourteen years in exile, Fawume Ismail finds his way Home
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After spending fourteen years in exile in South Africa, 19-year-old Fawume finally returns to his homeland. He was still very young when he left Burundi...
The Joy of Return,Elalie and Her Family’s Story
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July 30, 2026, will remain a memorable date for Tabwe Elalie and 1,099 of her compatriots: after months of exile in Burundi, they returned to...
Back Home, At last
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In 2015, having just tied the knot, Claudette Niyokindi and her husband saw their dreams for the future shattered by the uncertainties of the day....
Keeping Hope Moving Across Burundi
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Before dawn, a humanitarian convoy begins its journey through Burundi’s winding mountain roads. The destination is a remote community where families are waiting for food,...
Rebuilding Hope in Exile – Ms. Yangbo Bibiche’s Journey
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For Ms. Yangbo Bibiche, a 36-year-old refugee from the Central African Republic (CAR), the journey to safety has been marked by loss, resilience, and hope....