Volunteer Voices: Gisele Uwineza
Senegal Pitch Day 2024
CorpsAfrica/Senegal hosted its de-centralized Pitch Day events on May 28 and May 30, 2024. The events were hosted in the following four regions: Saint Louis, Kaolack, Kédougou, and Ziguinchor. Two Volunteers were selected per region to pitch their projects. 221 were brought together, including 51 Volunteers, 13 Alumni, 17 Staff Members, as well as partners, community […]
From Problem to Profit: How a Casual Conversation Leads to a Business Opportunity
A few days ago, I had a meaningful conversation with a member of our community about the challenge of bread scarcity during Ramadan. It was evident that many people struggled to find bread for their morning tea, having to travel to neighboring communities to look for it. My friend and I shared in the frustration […]
Resilience Through the Earthquake
Despite the devastation of the 6.8 magnitude earthquake in Morocco on September 8th; staff and Volunteers still found the strength to carry on amidst the destruction all around them. Responding to the calls they received from people they worked with in the affected areas, CorpsAfrica alumni and staff were among the first to arrive in […]
April Adventures: Lessons Learned In Community Development
April has been a month filled with remarkable experiences, blending adventure, education, and profound insights. Collaborating with individuals whose primary language differs from mine to design a project addressing their critical needs using Asset-Based Community Development tools was not just fulfilling but also earned a well-deserved pat on the back when the project got approved. […]
Meet Our Alums: Ulysse Uwayo
Ulysse Uwayo is a G3 Volunteer. He joined CorpsAfrica/Rwanda in 2021 and facilitated sustainable changes in the Ngororero district in Rucumu Village. Through various meetings and a community mapping exercise facilitated by Ulysse, together with his community, they implemented the piggery farming project that was identified by community members. This project has had a significant […]
CorpsAfrica Expands to South Africa
Kelo Kubu, Curator of TEDx Johannesburg, named as Country Director WASHINGTON, DC, USA | June 6, 2024 — CorpsAfrica is expanding its global presence by launching volunteer programs in South Africa, the organization announced this week. Founded in 2011 by former Peace Corps volunteer Liz Fanning, CorpsAfrica recruits and trains educated African youth as volunteers […]
My Journey with CorpsAfrica/Rwanda
On August 14th, I packed my bags and embarked on my journey to Amakuza Resort to participate in the training program (Pre-Service Training). Over the six weeks, I engaged in various activities, including learning about, CorpsAfrica’s Approaches, community work for development, and many practical skills. The Swearing-In Ceremony marked my transition from a trainee to […]
Ghanaian Times: CorpsAfrica/Ghana Holds 2024 Pitch Day
Written by Cliff Ekuful “CorpsAfrica/Ghana has held the second edition of its annual pitch day event with about 30 volunteers participating in it. The Pitch Day, a key event on CorpsAfrica/Ghana’s annual calendar aims at getting community projects funded while introducing Volunteers to development partners and helping build networks. It is also to promote a […]
Embracing Growth and Community: My Nine-Month Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer
When I look back to the day I got deployed to my site, I feel proud of myself because I did not think I could reach this far. When we were coming to my site, my fellow Volunteers joked about my site to lighten the mood and ease my mixed feelings towards the volunteering service. […]