Ishara: Notes from The Edge of Humanity - Paperback
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What if suffering has been speaking all along, and we punished it instead of listening? In Kiswahili, Ishara means a sign: the quiet signal that appears long before despair turns into action, the forced smile, the rigid silence, the exhaustion no diagnosis can explain. In this deeply personal work, Sekatuka explores suicide and mental suffering as forms of human communication, not crimes or moral failures. Drawing from lived experience and public health practice in Uganda, Ishara directly challenges Section 210 of the Penal Code, which criminalises attempted suicide, arguing that punishment meets people at their lowest moment instead of offering care. Ishara is about the signs we ignore, and the laws that deepen suffering when compassion is needed most.
Abubaker Sekatuka (he/him) is a dedicated advocate for youth empowerment and mental health, committed to creating inclusive opportunities for young people, particularly those with disabilities across Uganda and beyond. As the founder of Sharing Circles, he leads initiatives focused on trauma healing, leadership development, and social justice. His work extends into public health, where he has contributed to reducing child mortality and advancing health equity. Abubaker is passionate about fostering spaces where youth can grow, lead, and feel heard. Through leadership, advocacy, and mentorship, he strives to build a world where all young people have the resources and support to lead meaningful and empowered lives.
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