It is true that in many societies, including Somalia, social connections and networks can play a significant role in personal and professional success. This is often referred to as "who you know" rather than "what you know." This can be a challenge for individuals who do not have strong social...

It is true that in many societies, including Somalia, social connections and networks can play a significant role in personal and professional success. This is often referred to as "who you know" rather than "what you know." This can be a challenge for individuals who do not have strong social...

The High Court of Kenya has granted reprieve to three South Sudanese law students who had been locked out of sitting the bar exam in order to be admitted as advocates in Kenya. (more…)

A food security crisis is considered a famine when, according to the United Nations, “20 percent of households face extreme food shortages with a limited ability to cope; acute malnutrition rates exceed 30 percent; and the death rate exceeds two persons per day per 10,000 persons.” (more…)

THE PEOPLE VS THE SCHOOL SYSTEM How do YOU think we can create a better future of learning. Go here and share your thoughts on the topic

Somalia has suffered devastating civil war that continued over the last 25 years. The war completely destroyed national institutions, and undermined the social foundations of Somali society. The younger generation has grown up in a miserable, disillusioning environment, lacking a sense of safety and trust in the community.A war mentality...

Face to Face Communication More Powerful Than Phone, Email, Social Networks I have been saying for a while that as a society we are losing touch with each other because we do not communicate face to face. Many have joked that we have to teach our kids how to have...