In the Heart of Africa, A Seed of Hope

The Story of Attitude Foundation Africa and the Call for Global Solidarity

By Fred Chavis | The Liberation Movement

This is a story of faith and the attitude to forge through the fire.

In the shadow of war and displacement, where hope often feels like a distant memory, a seed of resilience has been planted. It grows quietly but powerfully in Uganda, nurtured by the unwavering spirit of Director Ibrahim Taabo and his organization, Attitude Foundation Africa (AFA) — an organization born out of the urgent need to make a difference for those left behind by the violence engulfing Congo, Sudan, and surrounding nations.

The crises unfolding across Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo have unleashed some of the worst humanitarian disasters of our time.

In Sudan, brutal clashes between rival military factions have turned cities into battlefields, forcing millions to flee their homes. In Congo, decades of conflict fueled by foreign exploitation of the nation's vast resources have devastated entire communities.

Across both regions, violence against women and children has been used as a deliberate weapon of war — with mass rapes, kidnappings, and the systematic destruction of families carried out to instill terror and break communities apart.

Today, an estimated 7.1 million people are displaced inside the DRC alone, and more than 9 million have been uprooted in Sudan’s escalating conflict, creating one of the largest displacement crises in the world.

In the face of this ongoing catastrophe, local organizations like Attitude Foundation Africa stand as a rare seed of hope, offering relief and the possibility of healing, dignity, and a future.

"Attitude Foundation Africa was born out of passion and community," Ibrahim reflects. "People in need after displacement needed a haven. Our neighbors in the Congo and Sudan are going through war, and we wanted to make a meaningful difference."

For the women and children who fled unimaginable violence, Attitude Foundation Africa offers more than just shelter, it provides a path to reclaim life itself. Yet the challenges are immense. Access to necessities like education, healthcare, and social support remains an everyday battle.

"The most urgent needs for displaced women and children include education, healthcare, and social support to rebuild," Ibrahim shares. "Through our school, we’re working to meet those needs. But the demand continues to grow, and so must our efforts."

A New Home for Healing

In a transformative act of faith and perseverance, Ibrahim and AFA were recently gifted land in Uganda, a place where dreams could finally take root. The vision? To build a school that would serve as a sanctuary of learning and empowerment for orphaned refugees and displaced women.

"This school project represents hope and opportunity," Ibrahim explains. "It’s a safe place where children can learn and grow. It will empower women through vocational training. It will break the cycles of poverty — and create new cycles of self-sufficiency."

The Power of International Solidarity

AFA's journey would not be possible without the outpouring of global solidarity — a powerful testament to what happens when people unite across borders. One of the most significant moments came when NBA star Kyrie Irving answered the call for support, making a generous donation of $ 50,000 to AFA’s school project. Director Ibrahim was extremely thankful for Mr. Irving and hopes one day to thank him directly.

Kyrie Irving could not be reached at the time for a statement.

"We thank the Almighty God for this blessing," Ibrahim says with emotion. "Through global connections and our international team, including Brother Alphonso and Sister Leteria Bailey, our voices have been amplified. Leteria's post calling for solidarity reached Kyrie, who responded with support that’s been life-changing."

Alphonso Dashiell, a historian in Philadelphia, was the original creator of the fundraising efforts to uplift Attitude Foundation Africa.

In this fight, transparency, perseverance, and community trust have been AFA’s greatest tools. It is the people—those who donate, advocate, and share—that keep the dream alive.

"I want to thank Kyrie Irving for his generous donation--your support is more than a gift; it's a signal that we can rise together when we answer the call. When Director Ibrahim reached out to me advocating for the orphans they care for in Uganda, I treated their request as my own. This is how we must show up for each other across the Black diaspora." Statement from Leteria Bailey, Founder, Young Black and Aware

On March 28, Leteria shared a reel to her Instagram page, @YoungBlackandAware. The page has amassed a huge following, with millions and millions of views. Turns out this time, only the attention of one man was needed. The heartfelt reel highlighted the nonstop efforts of Attitude Foundation Africa and a callout to Kyrie Irving--a call he answered.

You can view the video here.

A Call to the Diaspora and Global Family

Director Ibrahim’s message to the diaspora and global family is simple but profound:

"We are calling on you to unite around Africa’s struggles — financially, through advocacy, and solidarity. Even if you can’t donate, sharing helps amplify our voices. We shall launch this school project. But this is only the beginning."

Pan-Africanism, Self-Sufficiency, Purpose over Pride

The work of Attitude Foundation Africa reminds us that Pan-Africanism is not just an idea—it is a necessity for survival.

Africa’s liberation will not come from foreign aid or empty promises, but through self-sufficiency, unity, and revolutionary leadership. Leaders like Captain Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso are showing the world that a new Africa is possible—one built on self-determination, sovereignty, and the protection of its people above all else.

We, Black people in America and across the diaspora, have a sacred responsibility to walk this same path: to rebuild for ourselves, to reconnect to our roots, and to place the needs of our people over individual pride or ego.

Our purpose is not personal glory — it is to serve, to uplift, and to fight for a future where African people everywhere can live free, dignified, and self-determined lives. This is the spirit that will move us from survival to liberation. This is the path we must follow.

The struggles of Africa are not isolated. They are part of the broader, unfinished fight for liberation, dignity, and justice. Through organizations like Attitude Foundation Africa, and the solidarity of people across oceans, new futures are being written even in the harshest of circumstances.

When we support those who are rebuilding from ashes, we become part of a much greater story: The story of freedom. The story of hope. The story of global liberation.

You can support Attitude Foundation Africa by donating here! Follow their Instagram page: @attitudefoundationafrica.

God, keep Attitude Foundation Africa and those they serve under your protection. A seed of hope in the heart of Africa.

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