Infinite Loops Miyoba Hamuhuma and Israel Balogun — Grassroots Solutions for Africa’s Impoverished Youth (EP.272)
Jun 12, 2025
Join Israel Balogun and Miyoba Hamuhuma, two inspiring leaders dedicated to transforming lives in Africa. Israel, who turned his life around from homelessness to leading a Nigerian nonprofit for street kids, shares his vision for a self-sustaining village. Miyoba advocates for inclusive education as he helps children with disabilities in Zambia. They discuss the importance of grassroots initiatives over top-down approaches, challenge stereotypes around street children, and emphasize the power of community support in redefining destinies.
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Miyoba's Personal and Public Mission
- Miyoba Hamuhuma overcame polio and parental loss to pursue education despite great physical obstacles.
- He founded Enlight Abilities, advocating for inclusive education and economic dignity for children with disabilities.
Israel's Journey From Homelessness
- Israel Balogun lived homeless and illiterate until 22 but transformed his life through education and support.
- He now leads a project to build self-sustaining villages for street kids inspiring hope and change.
Empowering Street Kids' Potential
- Focus on the strengths street kids develop like courage and resilience instead of stigma.
- Provide literacy, self-discovery activities, and flexibility to help them become agents of their own destinies.