Refugee entrepreneurship in Kenya: Stories of economic contribution and community impact
A short documentary on refugee entrepreneurs across Kenya, part of research by Refugee Investment Network and Samuel Hall, funded by U.S. Department of State.
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learning and shared
knowledge, promoting
the use of FAIR data.
The Annual Lecture 2025: Rethinking planet of the slums in a changing global south
Hosted with Aga Khan University Nairobi, the lecture revisited Planet of the Slums amid climate change, migration, and rapid urbanisation.
How climate change impacts child care workers in Kenya
Developed in collaboration with Uthabiti Africa, the documentary shows how caregivers are already responding to climate shocks — and the hidden economic costs when systems fail to support that work
Our aim is to tell contextual stories, highlighting the living lives of people behind the data. In an ever-changing communications landscape, we‘re connecting with audiences through multimedia.
Crafting a better life as a refugee in Kenya
Kitunga Kapya, a wood artisan, explains
his journey, artistic passion and the
support fellow refugee creatives need.
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A feast of memories at Delhi’s Little Kabul
Afghan refugees and diaspora in Delhi keep
a diverse culinary culture allive by offering
authentic recipes to a new market.
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Paving the way to a dignified life
Ugandan refugee Chichi‘s mission is to
enhance refugee women’s political, health
and socio-economic status.
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In this episode, host Mwara Nyoike speaks with Wendy Indira, Area Coordinator at Samuel Hall, to explore the complex intersections of gender, climate change and mobility.
Lines of Inquiry — a behind-the-scenes look at how Samuel Hall conducts research on migration and displacement.
“As the climate changes, so do the responsibilities women carry especially in communities where men migrate in search of better livelihoods, leaving women to lead, adapt, and survive.”
Dr Wilson Sanya, Mayor of Koboko, reflects on how the city reframed refugee inclusion as governance, not aid, co-created services with communities, and pioneered direct donor funding.
Between the Lines: The Koboko Model
"when it comes to services, there should be no boundaries" - mayor of koboko
Drawing on research with Islamic Relief Worldwide across six countries, this episode examines how faith actors can strengthen local humanitarian and development efforts.
Strengthening Localisation: The Value of Faith Actors in Humanitarian Work
"local faith actors bring significant opportunities for localisation" - Juliette Samman
