Teen Soccer Enthusiast Balances Caregiving for Twin Brothers

Mahamat Djouma, a 14-year-old refugee from Sudan, is the sole caregiver for his 5-year-old twin brothers in a refugee camp in Chad. Displaced by the Sudanese civil war, Mahamat juggles responsibilities of earning money, caring for his siblings, and attending school. Despite the dire circumstances, including food scarcity and inadequate shelter, Mahamat remains hopeful for a better future. The situation highlights the challenges faced by unaccompanied minors in refugee crises, exacerbated by funding shortfalls and limited resources in Chad.