The Problems and the Beauty of Community-Led Development The International Aid sector has been facing an existential crisis since the Trump administration abruptly pulled the rug of the U.S.’ substantial aid assistance from under it. The fact that other nat... Mar 27, 2025 Aid Insights
Navigating Change: What we learned from Kuja's first webinar The aid sector is in a period of transformation, with funding shifts forcing organizations to rethink their strategies. For Kuja, launching our first webinar in the middle of these changes was a lesso... Mar 26, 2025 Kuja News
International Aid Is Crumbling—Some think this is an opportunity The international aid system is facing unprecedented challenges, marked by abrupt funding cuts, shifting geopolitical priorities, and growing skepticism about its effectiveness. In a previous post, we... Mar 14, 2025 Aid Insights
Where Does Aid Money Really Go? And What Happens When It Stops? While international aid is meant to alleviate suffering and support communities in crisis, the majority of funds never reach those most in need. Instead, aid is trapped in a cycle where large internat... Mar 14, 2025 Aid Insights
Kuja: A Platform for Change – Reflecting on Our Launch We have officially launched Kuja! A platform that has been years in the making. This moment marks the realization of a vision that started with Degan Ali’s desire to address the most pressing challeng... Mar 3, 2025 Kuja News
Localisation is More Important Than Ever. Platforms Like Kuja Can Help. Recently, every conversation, every post on X and LinkedIn, every article and blog about international aid and development has focused on the USAID freeze implemented three weeks ago. For good reasons... Feb 25, 2025 Aid Insights
The End of Aid? Understanding the USAID Shutdown and Its Global Impact How the Suspension of USAID and Reduced Bilateral Funding Are Reshaping Global Development The recent suspension of USAID funding has sent shockwaves through the global development sector. While this ... Feb 19, 2025 Aid Insights
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Funding The global funding landscape is deeply unequal, shaped by historical and ongoing imbalances that often disadvantage communities in the Global South. While we work toward a more just system, it's essen... Feb 19, 2025 Funding Tips
5 Tips for Applying for Funding Securing funding is a critical task for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), particularly those in the Global South, trying to drive meaningful change. At Kuja, we understand the systemic inequalities ... Feb 19, 2025 Funding Tips
Introducing the Kuja Platform Local organizations - those closest to their own communities - have the most effective, efficient, and long-term solutions. And yet, they continue to have the least resources and face the most barrier... Feb 6, 2025 Kuja News