Stella Gaitano is a well-known writer on the Sudanese Arabic literary scene who lives and works in Khartoum, Sudan. Her writing explores themes of departure, motherhood, loss, and grief in the context of war in South Sudan.

KSN is a photographer, writer and ethnographer. Since the military coup in Myanmar 1 February 2021, she has used photography to contribute to the revolution.

Faytinga is a prominent Eritrean singer and musician of Kunama heritage. A freedom fighter turned musician, Faytinga has developed her own style of music that finds inspiration in Eritrea’s rich musical traditions.