Stronger Than the Storm
When the floods struck Derna, countless lives were turned upside down. Yet amidst the devastation, stories of courage, resilience, and hope emerged.
Abdelrahman’s Story
Abdelrahman lost everything in the floods. For months, he had nothing. But with courage, determination, and the support of his community, he rebuilt his business and found hope again. He says it was the youth of Derna, standing firm and refusing to give up, who inspired him to keep going. Their resilience turned devastation into a chance to rise again. Watch the full interview here:
Al-Mahdi’s Story
Al-Mahdi’s restaurant was once one of the busiest in Derna. After the floods, it was left in ruins. At first, he thought the city could never recover. But step by step, he rebuilt his restaurant, restoring not only his livelihood but also a place for people to gather again. His journey is proof that determination can bring life back even after unimaginable loss. Watch the full interview here:
These projects were supported by the UN in Libya through the World Food Programme in Libya.
They were implemented together with local partners, authorities and communities, with support from Germany.
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