María is an analyst focused on humanitarian crises, gender inequalities, forced displacement and conflict, with a regional focus on Sub-Saharan Africa. With advanced studies in International Development Cooperation and International Studies, and experience across NGOs in Europe and East Africa, consultancy and research, she is committed to projects that foster inclusive and sustainable impact.
The Future of Uganda’s Generous Refugee System: Is it Following the Same Path as Tanzania in the Past?
As Uganda's renowned refugee system faces new challenges as a result of tighter controls and more restrictive policies, scholars are beginning to draw parallels between Uganda's current asylum policy and…
Aid Cuts and the Fragmentation of Humanitarian Systems in Sub-Saharan Africa
Analysing the growing pressures on humanitarian systems across conflict-affected African regions The past year, 2025, has been marked by a sharp decline in humanitarian assistance worldwide, occurring simultaneously with a…