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MEMORIES of a UGANDAN REFUGEE
Encounters of Hope From Kampala to Vancouver
Forced to flee from one’s homeland with only a few suitcases, most would be bitter. However, Memories of a Ugandan Refugee is a story of gratitude for a country that opened its arms to those needing a safe harbour. Within its pages, Jalal Jaffer tells his story of growing up in Uganda and his dangerous escape from his country with his wife, Shamshad, when they and thousands of other Asians are forcibly expelled by Idi Amin in 1972. Feeling blessed with the “warm embrace” offered them in Canada, Jalal and his wife quickly adapt to their new country and eventually settle in Vancouver...
“Such a remarkable life Jalal Jaffer has had, so full of accomplishment, love, friendships, and — most of all — beneficence to others.  His writing is such a pleasure to read:  it has such verve and bonhomie, such an aliveness. This is a magnificent autobiography!” 
-Robert W. Sweet, Senior Philanthropic Advisor and Author of Life Fighting

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​“A truly fascinating story … a triumph in life when barriers are only challenges to be overcome. I could not put it down.” 
-Vazir Malik Talib, Chairman of Ismaili Leaders International Forum
ABOUT THE AUTHOR

JALAL JAFFER, K.C.

A Vancouver-based lawyer and devout Ismaili Muslim, Jalal Jaffer is excited to release his new memoir MEMORIES of a UGANDAN REFUGEE.

​You can read more about Jalal below.