Welcome beneath the storytelling tree.
This is not just a library. It’s a circle of tales — each one whispered with care, wrapped in metaphor, and sent into the world like a seed on the wind.
Here, I share short stories that spark joy, stir thought, and sometimes nudge your perspective sideways. They don’t take long to read, but they tend to linger — like drumbeats in the chest or echoes in the dusk.
Wander through the stories below. Some will make you smile. Others might make you pause. All are offered with the hope that they add a little more sunlight to your day.
Take your time, reflect, and pass it on if it speaks to you. Stories are alive as long as they’re shared.
The village chief's lesson to the experts (Part 2/2)
"Tell our guests this ...", with his index finger pointing at me, "this young man was not here the day we chose this project". Then, one by one, he addressed the children, young people, women, and the village elders: "what was the priority of your group? ".
The village chief's lesson to the experts (Part 1/2)
As a child, my mother always used to tell me "son, education is not synonymous with knowledge". I understood the true meaning of this wisdom when I was the technical coordinator of a World Bank-financed project in Guinea.
Pursue your dreams: Ali’s story (Part 2/2)
In June 2011, I recruited Ali, a very talented young man in the wrong role. This story explains how I supported Ali to realise his dream (Part 2)
Pursue your dreams: Ali’s story (Part 1/2)
In June 2011, I recruited Ali, a very talented young man in the wrong role. This story explains how I supported Ali to realise his dream (Part 1)
Create opportunities for others
"Sir, my name is Miriam. I am a new graduate with a Master Degree in Political Sciences and International Relationships. I'm looking for a job or internship. I am available for a call or a meeting to tell you more about me" ; said Miriam, a young graduate
Explore beyond your horizons
I "landed" in #Gueckedou, 700 km from the capital city #Conakry, with no electricity, no running water, no telephone... in short "a no man's land". I spent the whole week crisscrossing the muddy trails and roaming the steep hills
Invest early in your career
I'm a Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Engineer by training. I started my career in Guinea as Technical Adviser. Early in my career, I wanted to diversify my career options…