Ephrem Bisimwa is from Bukavu in the South Kivu Provence of Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. He grew up there, one of nine children, the son of a teacher (and later an employee of the state) and a farmer. He got his bachelor's degree in law and then worked as a journalist/radio broadcaster before working with victims of war at the Panzi Hospital.
During the winter of 2014 Ephrem and his family moved to Portland, ME after winning a Diversity Visa through the US government. Since arriving he has worked as a laborer and speaks about the jobs he has had as he makes his way in this new culture, learning English and raising a family, as he goes.
Music: Madilu System sings "Si je savais ca."
During the winter of 2014 Ephrem and his family moved to Portland, ME after winning a Diversity Visa through the US government. Since arriving he has worked as a laborer and speaks about the jobs he has had as he makes his way in this new culture, learning English and raising a family, as he goes.
Music: Madilu System sings "Si je savais ca."
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