Farming in Ndieulbert, the Story of Papa Diagne
Interview with Mr. Pape Diagne by CorpsAfrica/Senegal Volunteers Mr. Boubacar Biro Diallo and Ms. Ndeye Awa Gueye This month, we went to visit the farming fields of Pape Diagne, an old photographer who has traveled to several African countries like the Ivory Coast, for years. He decided to return to his native village “NDieulbert” to […]
The Mountain’s Echo: The Voice of Amazigh Women
“The Mountain’s Echo: The Voice of Amazigh Women,” a beautiful video produced by Volunteer Soufian Aaraichi in tribute to the women of his site for International Women’s Day. March 8, 2015. (16:07)
The Impact of Water Scarcity on Community Life in Kamwathu, Tharaka Nithi County
Water is life, yet in the Kamwathu Sub location, access to clean and reliable water remains a daily challenge for many. As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I have witnessed firsthand how water scarcity affects every aspect of community life—health, livelihoods, education, and even social dynamics. For many households in Kamwathu, fetching water is time-consuming and exhausting. […]
What A Day!
The day is the 8th of October, I’m supposed to have a meeting with the Community Health Promoters at the Eldume Dispensary. I am a bit nervous because this is only week 2 and I’m supposed to travel alone in this new environment that I was not quite used to. I was to share the […]
From Disappointment to Growth
Often, we tell ourselves that navigating life without expectations is the key to avoiding disappointment. Yet, no one mentions the moments when we don’t even realize we have expectations until we’re hit with disappointment. In those times, we reflect and realize, “Yes, I did have expectations, even if I wasn’t fully aware of them.” This […]
Christmas Woiiii, Christmas Murmur
Christ being born in Bethlehem wasn’t a reason enough to leave my site this time, I couldn’t afford an air ticket to witness this historic event in Israel. This is why I chose to spend it at home, with my community, which generously reimbursed my sacrifice with love. I have only been here for three […]
My First Two Months in Nguer: A Promising Experience!
An Open Heart On 1 October 2024, I was deployed to Nguèr, a small village of 300 inhabitants in the commune of Médina Sabakh in the department of Nioro du rip in the Kaolack region. I remember being scared when the deputy mayor drove my cluster and me to our respective villages. As we were […]
Celebrating Christmas with My Elderly
Christmas is often seen as a time for family gatherings, festive meals, and cheerful celebrations, and it is a holiday that carries deep significance for people of all ages. For the elderly, however, Christmas can be a time filled with mixed emotions. While it is a joyous occasion, it may also highlight feelings of loneliness […]
My Integration in the Province of Tata
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Cecile Niyimenya (a Rwandan Exchange Volunteer serving in Morocco) It all started when I knew that I was deployed to Tata. I was so excited because it is a province that is different from all the places I have visited in Morocco so far. Everything started changing when I left […]
A Christmas in Rural Meru: Reflections from the Banana Plantations
What does Christmas feel like when the world slows down? As 2024 winds down, I find myself on a quiet day in rural Meru, surrounded by lush banana plantations and the gentle flow of a stream. The weather is calm, with a soft breeze rustling the leaves, adding to the peaceful ambiance of the morning. […]