A Ray of Hope in Torodi: The Story of Moussa Birgui

In Torodi district—an area marked by persistent insecurity and growing social vulnerability—the story of Moussa Birgui reflects both the pain of forced displacement and the life‑saving impact of humanitarian assistance.

Moussa Birgui, 61, is originally from Wasseybangou. In 2023, he and his family of 22 were forced to flee their village after a wave of violent attacks. Schools were burned down, residents were abducted, and threats of mass killings pushed the entire community into exile. “We left our land and all our belongings, driven out by fear and violence,” Moussa recalls with emotion.

Upon arriving in Torodi, his family was welcomed with compassion. A house was given to them free of charge, and humanitarian projects initially supported internally displaced persons (IDPs). But over time, assistance became scarce. Today, Moussa relies on a small, low‑yield field that is far from enough to feed his large family. “I was born a farmer; it’s all I know. Living in town is new to me. Even finding firewood to cook is difficult,” he explains.

It is in this context that World Vision’s Integrated Emergency & Recovery Assistance to Conflict‑Affected Populations in Niger project intervened in 2025. For three months, Moussa and his family received food kits containing rice, pasta, beans, oil, salt, and sugar. “It felt like a dream. We had forgotten what it was like to receive help. The children smiled again thanks to regular meals. Our whole family was blessed,” he says.

The support did not stop there. Improved seeds and farming tools were also distributed, giving Moussa hope for a much better harvest this season. “Thanks to the quality of the seeds, I will produce more than in previous years. It’s a real breath of fresh air,”he adds with optimism.

In an environment where resources are scarce and daily challenges are overwhelming, the Visser project’s intervention represents far more than material support: it restores dignity, hope, and resilience to families like Moussa’s. “Thank you to World Vision and its partners. Here, in this land of exile, you are our source of hope,” he concludes.