BREAKING THE STEREOTYPES: Redefining “Baringo”
What comes to mind when you think of Baringo County? Let me guess: a dry, rocky place with scarce food and frequent insecurity issues? This is the image that often comes to mind when people hear “Baringo.” I used to think the same. My perception was even worse. It was one of those counties I […]
My Transformative Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Ruhanga Village
As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in the western province of Rwanda, Ngororero District, Ndaro Sector, Kabageshi cell, and Ruhanga village, I found myself on a deeply transformative journey. CorpsAfrica’s mission to empower communities through local leadership resonates deeply with my work here, allowing me to engage meaningfully with this vibrant community. Ruhanga village is a rich […]
From Struggle to Triumph: My Journey of Community Integration in Musega Village
As I woke up on the morning of September 26th, I could already feel the excitement buzzing through me. Staying at Amakuza Resort in Kanyinya, I carefully packed my bags, enjoyed breakfast, and eagerly awaited the cars that would take us to our host families. Little did I know that my first few days in […]
My Journey as an Exchange Volunteer
My journey as an Exchange Volunteer from CorpsAfrica/Rwanda to CorpsAfrica/Kenya has been an enriching experience filled with learning, cultural exchange, and personal growth. Upon arriving in Kenya, I was eager to immerse myself in this new environment and hold the challenges and opportunities that set ahead. One of the first steps in my journey was […]
The Life Changing Journey! The Sweetest Challenge Ever!
You may wonder how stepping away from your comfort zone feels like…It just tastes like a muffin cake if there is passion and you are aware of what you are doing, and that was me. It all started on the 8th of July 2024 at 6:50 PM; there was an important email inviting me for […]
Reflections from UNGA 2024: Championing African Youth Leadership and CorpsAfrica’s Impact
On September 26th, 2024, CorpsAfrica had the immense honor of hosting an unforgettable evening during the United Nations General Assembly at Rockefeller Center, New York City. The event not only celebrated the remarkable leadership of Africa’s youth but also served as a powerful reminder of the collective efforts needed to drive sustainable change across the […]
My Joy Online: CorpsAfrica/Ghana Hosts Swearing-In Ceremony for 3rd Cohort of Volunteers
“CorpsAfrica/Ghana successfully held the Swearing-In Ceremony for its third cohort of Volunteers, marking the official transition of 44 young African graduates into a one-year Volunteering service. This group, which is made up of 26 females and 18 males and includes six Exchange Volunteers from other African nations, embarks on a year-long journey to support rural […]
Trees: The Heartbeat of My Community
They say, “Describe a tree.” What comes to your mind? Most people would refer to a tall, woody plant with a trunk, branches, and leaves that lives for many years. Well, that’s an easy definition. It is what I also would have believed until recently. As climate change becomes a bigger issue worldwide, our understanding […]
Adventure of Deployment: My Journey to the Western Side of Kenya
Deployment day as a CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer, what an adventure! At 24 years old I realized I had never set foot on the western side of Kenya. That was about to change. My journey began on Saturday the 28th of September when I travelled from Kisii to Nakuru. The next phase kicked off with a bus […]
My Story
Joining CorpsAfrica as a Volunteer has to be the hardest decision I ever made. Having to leave a job that I had just started, to a volunteer role seemed absurd to not only my closest people but also to myself. After getting to Tumaini Conference Center, I felt like I had just lost my way […]