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Feast and Famine: Climate Grief at the Dinner Table
Tonight, as I sit at my dinner table, the meal feels heavier than usual—not in weight, but in meaning. Each bite carries more than flavor; it carries a story. The greens wilt under the heat of a world changing too fast. The bread crumbles like the promises we once made to the land. And in the sweetness of the roasted carrots, I taste something bitter: the knowledge that to eat well in this world is to reckon with the cost of plenty.
Apr 22


Science with Soul: Bridging the Divide Between Data and Humanity
When I first heard the terms “hard” and “soft” science, I didn’t realize I was stepping into a quiet divide—one that elevates data while overlooking the dignity of lived experience. Years later, I’ve come to believe that science is at its best when it unites rigor with empathy, and when discovery is shaped not only by numbers, but by the people those numbers represent.
Apr 16


A Letter to Those Navigating Loss, Uncertainty, or Silence
Thirty-one years after the Genocide against the Tutsi, I reflect not just on what was lost—but on what can still be rebuilt. This is for any
Apr 7


The Geopolitics of Food Insecurity and Conflict
Food insecurity fuels conflict and vice versa. Explore how food shapes global power, peace, and war—plus strategic solutions for stability.
Dec 5, 2024


Nurturing Your Dreams: Why the Grass is Greener Where You Water It
It’s easy to glance at someone else’s life and feel like their grass is just a bit greener. I remember feeling this way when I was...
May 8, 2024


From Shadows to Light: 30 Years of Resilience and Reconciliation in Rwanda
Reflecting on the 30 years since the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda in 1994, it's with a heavy heart and a sense of profound...
Apr 7, 2024


A Different Kind of Love Letter: Embracing Growth and Leadership on Valentine's Day
Aspen Strategy Group Rising Leaders class of 2024 visits the Embassy of Singapore, Washington, DC. The red heart on the calendar couldn't...
Mar 20, 2024


Mama’s Wisdom: The Secret to Sowing and Reaping Well
Growing up in Rwanda's vibrant, culture-rich landscapes, I was cradled in the wisdom of generations that came before me. Among the many...
Feb 25, 2024


Regenerative Agriculture: Incentivizing Farmers for a Sustainable Future
In recent years, the agricultural sector has been at a crossroads, facing numerous challenges ranging from climate change impacts to soil...
Jan 26, 2024


The Essence of Time: Weaving the Tapestry of Our Journey
In the vast tapestry of life, one thread stands out prominently – the relentless march of time. Time, an intangible yet precious...
Jan 9, 2024


Persistent Hunger in Africa: Understanding the Ongoing Challenges
Farmers in Gasogi, Gasabo District, Rwanda, on October 18, 20216. Photo by Cedric Habiyaremye When we think about hunger around the...
Jun 26, 2023


Agricultural Investment: Foreign Aid for Global Prosperity
The effects of food insecurity on human security are dire, as are the consequences for political stability and conflict.
Apr 26, 2023


World Peace: A Fantasy or Distant Reality?
The goal for world peace seems fantasy or distant reality—we are in dark days for world peace.
Feb 25, 2022


Inequity in Funding: Africa’s Agripreneurs Pay a High Price for Start Up Finance
Limited investment, high interest rates and restricted support means African businesses are losing out to foreign competitors.
Dec 4, 2021


On Equal Footing: Tension Doesn’t Discriminate
It may not seem like it, but the COVID-19 pandemic and its ongoing effects have been somewhat of an equalizer. Economically, of course, peop
Nov 30, 2021


Can Africa Feed The World?
Despite all the challenges that people still face in Africa today, the Sub-Saharan countries, in particular, have immense economic potential
Jul 28, 2021


Tips for Retirees on Starting a Business
Starting a business after retirement doesn’t have to come with unacceptable financial risk.
Jun 22, 2021


The thief of joy we are entangled with
We are in a world today where everyone has dreams and aspirations. Everyone wishes to succeed and be of value in this life. We move...
Dec 29, 2020


A pandemic of malnutrition calls for new food policies in Africa
Policy, aid and private investments should go towards growing nutritious crops that are adapted to climate extremes. Nutritious food is...
Dec 2, 2020


Creating Alternative Urban Food Systems Post-COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting urban food systems worldwide, posing many challenges for cities and local governments dealing with rapid
Jun 24, 2020


From Shame to Pride - Repositioning Agriculture for Africa's Youth
Africa will need an educated new generation of young farmers to transform the continent’s food security and fortunes...
Jun 16, 2020


The Gift of Life is So Precious: We Should Love One Another
If only our eyes saw souls instead of race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or other characteristics. How different would our...
Jun 6, 2020


A pandemic-driven food crisis in Africa can be prevented
African governments need to act now to ensure small-scale farming and food supply chains remain uninterrupted.
Apr 20, 2020


COVID-19 will not last forever but we should learn from it
Even though everyone is a potential victim, the good news is that everyone is a solution. We are as safe as the care we take of others’ safe
Mar 27, 2020
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