Building Bridges: OSDA’s Role in Advancing Peace in Ethiopia’s Liban Zone
In April 2025, the Organization for Sustainable Development and Africa (OSDA) participated in a pivotal peace initiative in Boqolmayo district, Liban Zone, Ethiopia. This gathering brought together political leaders, elders, youth, women, and persons with disabilities to address the longstanding Garre-Degodia conflict, notably intensified by the August 2024 violence that resulted in 16 fatalities. Key […]
Restoring Hope: How a Solar Pumping System Transformed Bulla Hajji
In the arid landscapes of Mandera County, the community of Bulla Hajji faced a daunting challenge for two long years: their solar-powered water pump had failed. Forced to rely on a costly diesel generator, the community consumed 7,200 litres of diesel at Ksh 200 per litre, spending nearly Ksh 1.44 million to meet their basic […]
Healing Beyond Borders: OSDA’s Journey of Reconciliation in the Banissa-Mubarak Corridor
In a region long marked by tension, fear, and unresolved pain, a quiet but powerful transformation began in March 2025. Through its Deris Wanaag project, the Organization for Sustainable Development Africa (OSDA) brought together voices that had once been divided—facilitating healing, reconciliation, and hope along the Kenya-Ethiopia border. On March 22nd and 23rd, 54 participants […]
30 Years After Beijing: The Fight for Gender Equality Continues
Thirty years ago, the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action set forth an ambitious global agenda for gender equality. It was a defining moment when 189 governments committed to breaking down barriers and ensuring equal rights for women and girls. Fast forward to 2025, and the world stands at a crossroads—while progress has been made, […]
Empowering Community Health Promoters: A Milestone in the Daris Wacan Project
Thursday 27th February, marked a significant milestone in our efforts to strengthen local capacity for sustainable health practices under the Daris Wacan project, RESILIENCE-BUILDING AMONG CROSS-BORDER COMMUNITIES THROUGH ENHANCED ACCESS TO WATER AND LIVELIHOODS. OSDA successfully conducted a comprehensive sensitization session for Community Health Promoters (CHPs) at Bulla Hajji, engaging 10 CHPs in a cornerstone […]
A Journey from Loss to Healing: The Transformative Impact of OSDA’s Healing Initiative
In the conflict-ridden borderlands of Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia, the scars of violence run deep. For decades, the Garre and Degodia clans have been embroiled in disputes over land and resources, leading to devastating loss and displacement. Among the countless victims of these conflicts is Mrs. Habiba Sheikh Abdi, a 58-year-old woman from Malkamari, Ethiopia, […]
Stakeholder Meeting: Reviewing Progress on DARIS WACAN & ELEVATE Projects
On Tuesday, 28th January 2025, key stakeholders and partners of the DARIS WACAN and ELEVATE projects gathered at Granada Hotel, Mandera, for a crucial Stakeholder and Programme Steering Committee (PSC) Meeting. The session provided a platform to evaluate the progress made in implementing both projects and to outline the way forward. The meeting brought together […]
Mapping Displacement, Driving Solutions: OSDA’s DTM Initiative in Mandera and Wajir
What is DTM?The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is a crucial tool developed to monitor and assess the movement, needs, and challenges of displaced populations. By gathering reliable data, DTM enables organizations to respond effectively to the evolving realities of displacement. The initiative focuses on identifying the root causes of fragility and mobility patterns while providing […]
OSDA Stands Strong on the 8th Day of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Today, December 2, 2024, marks the 8th day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, a global campaign running from November 25 to December 10. This initiative calls for collective action to end violence against women and girls, aligning with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and concluding on […]
Enhancing Hygiene in Schools: OSDA’s Vision for Healthier Learning Environments
Access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) is fundamental to creating safe and conducive learning environments, yet many schools in Northern Kenya face challenges in providing these basic necessities. OSDA is committed to addressing these gaps through targeted interventions under our Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program. The Challenges In many schools, inadequate access […]
