The rise of privatised aid: A conversation with Fogbow | Rethinking Humanitarianism

When private companies employ former military personnel and work with controversial political actors in the name of humanitarian aid, should they still follow humanitarian principles? And who holds them accountable? This episode tackles the rise of privatised, militarised, and politicised players in the humanitarian landscape.

Guests

Brook Jerue, CEO of Fogbow

Key moments

[06:31] – What makes Fogbow different from traditional humanitarian actors?

[15:09] – The Gaza maritime corridor and US backing.

[18:47] – "I don't think you can operate in a vacuum without political or economic pressure on any aid"

[38:41] – "We're a private company . We're not an NGO."

[45:57] – Fogbow's finances

[51:06] – Did people refuse aid airdropped by Fogbow in South Sudan?

[56:50] – "Why is everybody so infatuated with Fogbow?"

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