Connecting the Dots across the Indian Ocean

From Hindi to Kiswahili

A walk through Kibera

My husband and I recently visited Kibera and Mathare slums in Nairobi in an effort to find volunteer opportunities. I’ve…

Nairobi is a walking city

In my first week back in Nairobi, I made a few attempts at an early morning run before the commuters took to the…

Matatus Own the Streets

Last week, I co-hosted a seminar on urban mobility. We had a diverse group of entrepreneurs, policymakers, academics…

Letters from my Father

“By the way, a little idealism will go a long way in this world, or at least a bit more is needed.”

A few days back, my mom handed me a large manila envelope. I opened the fold and poured the contents on to the table. It felt like touching an elusive history…

What Internet of Things can teach us about scaling new technology in Africa

How I came to learn about…

Mandarin Moments in Africa

Blurry-eyed, we arrive at the Addis Ababa airport after the long flight from NYC via Lomé, Togo (that was a…

Is sub-Saharan Africa ready for the electric vehicle revolution?

African cities will double in population by 2050. Here are 4 ways to make sure they thrive