In a stranded neighbourhood slowly losing its trees, its streets, and its people to endless fire, two children cling to a memory.
Together, they carry a brush too heavy for their hands, painting a world of joy, toys, and clear skies—the world they once believed was real. But as they peep through the darkness a cave hole, the leafless, burnt trees are waiting. And they are not what they expected.
I write about people living through change – whether it’s crypto, tech, or shifting digital realities across the MENA region with a global focus. I’m interested in how these changes feel on the ground, not just how they’re built.