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Humanitarian Aid in Africa: How to Avoid Creating Logic of Dependency—Burundian Expert Explains

Humanitarian Aid in Africa: How to Avoid Creating Logic of Dependency—Burundian Expert Explains

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Humanitarian Aid in Africa: How to Avoid Creating Logic of Dependency—Burundian Expert ExplainsLong-term assistance must prioritize capacity building over... 05.09.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Humanitarian Aid in Africa: How to Avoid Creating Logic of Dependency—Burundian Expert ExplainsLong-term assistance must prioritize capacity building over passive distribution, Eularie Irakoze told Sputnik Africa on the occasion of the International Day of Charity celebrated annually on September 5.She emphasized the importance of clearly distinguishing between emergency aid, which is justified in response to a crisis, and structural aid.Instead, Irakoze advocates for prioritizing tools such as microcredit, support for cooperatives, vocational training, and guidance for local entrepreneurs rather than relying on simple donations.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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