Power of a Community
Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Pamela Kajuju Volunteering is a powerful tool that can bring about positive change in a community. In my experience over the last month, I have witnessed firsthand the immense power that a community possesses. There is so much untapped potential in the form of indigenous knowledge, inspiring stories, and positive […]
CorpsAfrica Disaster Recovery and Psychology First Aid Training
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Mohamed Ouzammou September 8, 2023. During our pre-service training (PST) with CorpsAfrica in Marrakech, a big earthquake happened in the nearby Al-Haouz region, which caused a lot of changes in the training plan and made everyone worried about our safety. To keep us safe, the CorpsAfrica staff decided we should […]
Hapa Kenya: 30 Graduate from CorpsAfrica and will Spearhead Self-Reliant Programs in Six Counties
Written by Gladys Wamuyu “30 volunteers drawn from diverse backgrounds and having varied university degrees, have qualified to spearhead small-scale, high impact projects that will transform local communities, after undergoing an intensive Pre-Service Training. CorpsAfrica, which undertook the initiative, recruits and places young African graduates in remote, under-resourced areas within the counties to work with […]
A Lifetime Reward, A Lifetime Professional Discovery and A Lifetime Dedication (Community)
Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer Mr. Ulysse Uwayo My interest in community engagement dates back to my early upbringing within underserved communities as an orphan. One of the main highlights of this experience of mine is that I realized that a lack of functioning social justice policies, institutions, and commitment consistently put people in those communities […]
African Renaissance: CorpsAfrica’s Reception during the 2023 UN General Assembly
On September 21st, CorpsAfrica hosted a beautiful reception at the iconic Loft at 620 rooftop at Rockefeller Center under the theme “African Renaissance: Empowering Youth-Led Innovation for Continental Renewal.” The event, during the UN General Assembly in NYC, brought together hundreds of distinguished guests representing regional and international agencies, philanthropists, leading NGOs in youth, employment, […]
CorpsAfrica and Peace Corps Sign Memorandum of Understanding
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, September 21, 2023 PEACE CORPS AND CORPSAFRICA PARTNER TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY TIES AND DRIVE INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES IN AFRICA (New York, New York | Thursday, September 21, 2023) – Peace Corps and CorpsAfrica today announced a groundbreaking strategic partnership to strengthen community ties, reinforce local ownership of community projects, and explore […]
Morocco Disaster Relief
On September 8th, 2023, a catastrophic earthquake rocked the Al Haouz province and its surrounding areas in Morocco, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair. The aftermath of this natural disaster has resulted in significant loss of life and widespread devastation. We are relieved to announce that all CorpsAfrica staff and Volunteers, who had […]
CorpsAfrica/Ghana Holds maiden Project Demo Day (PDD)
Accra, Ghana- 31st July, 2023 – CorpsAfrica/Ghana, a non-profit organization that recruits, trains and deploy volunteers to facilitate community-led projects, has organized its maiden edition of “Project Demo Day (PDD) at the Ecobank Head office in Accra. The PDD ceremony, which was inspired by the American TV show Shark Tank, aimed at getting volunteer projects […]
From Rural Roots to Global Impact: My CorpsAfrica Volunteering Journey
Written by CorpsAfrica/Senegal Exchange Volunteer Mr. Endington Wa Kavuli I want to share with you the incredible journey I embarked on as a volunteer in rural communities. It all began with my deep-rooted connection to village life, having grown up in a small village myself. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in economics, I set out […]
A Catalyst of Change: My Journey of Impact with CorpsAfrica
Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer Mr. Valens Bikorimana In the heart of Musange Village, a single spark of determination ignited a transformative journey that touched countless lives. I, Valens Bikorimana, along with 128 passionate students, founded the Musange Karate Academy, where young hearts found not just discipline but a profound sense of purpose. I knew that […]