Sudan’s Struggle with War, Hunger, and Economic Collapse
Hafez struggles to make ends meet amidst Sudan’s civil war.
Egypt’s Exchange Rate (in)stability - Opportunities and Challenges
International investments and a tightening of fiscal policy are starting to ebb Egypt’s high inflation.
Somalia Rises: A Nation Rebuilding - Eyes from Africa
Once a model of a failed state, Somalia’s infrastructure is improving.
The Red Sea War - Militarization of Water and Youth Unemployment
Hassan and his fishing boat. Yemen’s civil war has reached its shores affecting the fishing industry, increasing the country’s food insecurity.
Somalia: A Migrant’s Hope for Improvement in their Country
Omar migrated from Somalia to Djibouti to help support his family.
The Plight of Egyptian Workers Abroad in the Face of Economic Crisis and Regional Change
Mohsen works abroad in Saudi Arabia to support this family in Egypt.
Yemeni Youth Still Suffer Setbacks Due To War & Economic Collapse
Ahmed finally returned to school, but his family still cannot afford his diabetes medicine
Linguistic Culture in Somalia
Osmaniya or Ciismaniya alphabet, invented for the Somali language. Credit to RoboRanks at the English-language Wikipedia
Arabic: A Language of Communication and Civilization
An Arabic class using listening and memorization methods in a traditional Yemeni school.
Dance in Somalia…a Melting Pot of Cultures and Traditions
You may be surprised to learn of the deep history of dance in Somalia.
Egyptian Cinema: Hollywood of the East
Egyptian cinema is the oldest cinema in the Middle East and Africa, and it has been called the Hollywood of the East.
Yemenis between Migration and Remittances - Role and Hope!
The Yemeni diaspora plays a critical role in supporting their homeland’s economy.
Success and Challenges of Microfinance in Egypt
Microfinance in Egypt is having an impact with entrepreneurs.
Social Loans Helping Make Ends Meet
Many day laborers depend on social loans to support their families.
Impact of Shutting Microfinance Institutions in Yemen
The closure of microfinance institutions in Yemen could have dire economic consequences.
Inflation Crisis in Egypt and Its Impact on Foodstuff Prices Affecting Families
While many industrialized nations are seeing inflation slowly ebb, most Egyptians still struggle to make ends meet.
Al-Hakba:Community Savings in Yemen
The Yemeni savings strategy of al-hakba creates social bonds and financial opportunities.