The article reflects on the abrupt diplomatic fallout between Kenya and Norway 35 years ago, resulting in the loss of significant development aid. This event exemplified the impact of political decisions on individuals and organizations, as the author's job and long-held aspirations were upended. The narrative draws parallels with recent US aid cuts under Donald Trump, suggesting that such losses provoke a reevaluation of strategies in non-profit work. The author embraces resilience and adaptability as key lessons learned from their experience.
I had been comfortable, having sole access to a desktop computer, rare in those days, but had not even practiced my computer skills as it was a privilege I took for granted.
Developing other resources requires a different mindset. It's a courageous long-term journey, not for the faint-hearted.
The abrupt end of my job was a wake-up call. I never looked back. When I got my next role, three months later, I embraced my secondhand laptop.
The drama was triggered because the Norwegian ambassador decided to appear in court, showing solidarity with a dissident who had been in exile in Norway.
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