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Education24 September 20263 min read

First Step Toward University: Elwayne Secondary School Records Historic Breakthrough

Elwayne Secondary School in Nogob Zone, Somali Region, achieved historic milestone when seven Grade 12 students reached the university entrance mark for the first time in the school’s history, following structured tutorial support and additional evening classes attended voluntarily by 20 students. A further 10 students achieved remedial results, keeping their pathway to further education open. The achievement reflects the combined efforts of students, teachers, community members, and education stakeholders, demonstrating that structured support, determination, and commitment can create new opportunities even in schools with limited facilities.

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Our Approach19 February 2026

What locally led action looks like in practice

Direct access to the Ethiopia Humanitarian Fund is not a badge. It is a working arrangement that changes who decides what a response looks like.

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Advocacy19 August 2025

World Humanitarian Day: Standing with Those Who Serve Communities

On World Humanitarian Day 2025, AID stands with humanitarian workers and communities affected by crisis, calling for the protection of aid workers, civilians, humanitarian access, and the principles that allow lifesaving assistance to reach those in need.

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WASH28 November 2024

Clean Water That Outlasts the Drought

When drought threatens access to safe water, emergency water trucking provides vital immediate assistance. AID combines this response with sustainable water infrastructure, hygiene promotion, and community-based solutions that help vulnerable communities maintain access to safe water beyond the emergency.

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Food Security and Livelihood 4 November 2024

From Drought to Hope: Dahir’s Journey to Restoring His Family Farm

After years of recurrent drought and declining agricultural production, Dahir Gedi Bahdon struggled to provide enough food for his family of seven children. With agricultural seeds, tools, and technical support from AID, he has begun restoring his farm, harvesting vegetables for his family and building a pathway toward greater food security, income, and resilience.

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