gabriel karerangabo

Gabriel Karerangabo is a Burundian refugee, who fled to Rwanda in 2015 due to political unrest. Upon arriving at Mahama Refugee Camp, he encountered the immense challenges faced by over 75,000 refugees, including shortages in shelter, water, sanitation, nutrition, food, and healthcare. With limited staff from UNHCR and NGOs like Save the Children and Plan International, Gabriel stepped up as a volunteer, encouraging others to support the efforts and ensure the safety and well-being of fellow refugees. 

This experience sparked his commitment to contributing to refugee communities by empowering the youth to achieve self-reliance and support their communities. This inspired him to found Save the Refugee Youth, a refugee-led nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering refugee youth and advocating for their rights to education and economic opportunities.