Ebla Abdi Abdulla

Ebla Abdi Abdulla is fondly remembered for her unwavering commitment to peacebuilding and community reconciliation in Wajir County. As one of the founding members of a grassroots peace organization established in 1993, Ebla played a pioneering role in bringing together communities torn apart by ethnic and clan-based conflicts. At a time when Wajir was plagued by violence, displacement, and deep mistrust among its people, she stepped forward as a courageous and visionary woman determined to create lasting peace.

Her efforts focused on dialogue, mediation, and community engagement, often working at the grassroots level with women, elders, and youth to foster understanding and non-violence. Ebla was instrumental in developing inclusive peace strategies that were rooted in local traditions and guided by mutual respect. Her calm demeanor, deep cultural knowledge, and tireless dedication made her a respected figure and a trusted mediator.

Over the years, Ebla became widely recognized as a peace ambassador in Wajir County, helping to build bridges between communities and shaping a model for locally-led peace initiatives across Kenya. Her work laid the foundation for ongoing stability in the region and inspired many others to follow in her footsteps. Today, her legacy lives on in the peaceful coexistence she helped nurture and the countless lives she touched.