Malawi STORIES

Chasing Progress: A Narrative of Malawian Rural Volunteerism

Volunteering has given me a platform of expression where my deepest desire dwells, being a development enthusiast and finding the opportunity to understand community development issues at the grassroots level has propelled me to even...

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The Beauty of Integration

Filled with anxiety, fear, and nervousness, a new chapter had begun in my life, September 23, 2023, to be exact. A life away from home and family, and this is someone who has never been...

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EMPOWERING YOUNG WOMEN: Reusable Sanitary Pad Making Training

In my community like many other communities in Malawi, access to safe and sustainable menstrual hygiene products is still a challenge that is constantly faced. As a way of eradicating this particular challenge, I trained...

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Meet Our Alums: Mphatso Chembekeza

Mphatso Chembekeza, a dedicated alumnus of Cohort 3 in Malawi, is celebrated for his outstanding contribution to community development. During his service, Mphatso spearheaded an innovative project on Organic Fertiliser Production and Selling in partnership...

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Embracing the Unknown: My Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Mchinji, Malawi

In the heart of Mchinji, Malawi, where the regularity of life is guided by tradition, I embarked on a transformative journey as the first CorpsAfrica Volunteer in this rural community. Leaving the comforts of home...

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Men Not Doing Household Chores: Religious or Culturally Based?

While growing up in my country, I noticed that the majority of men did not know how to cook or even hold a cooking spoon. I used to think that this was a religious thing....

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Reflecting on Three Months of Growth and Impact as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Welcome to my second and final blog of the year as we step into 2024! A heartfelt Happy New Year to all. It’s been an incredible journey during my three-month service as a Corps Africa...

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Getting Out of the Comfort Zone

On the day I was deployed to my site, I felt stressed and anxious about being away from my family and friends for some time. However, I was also excited about the opportunity to learn...

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Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone

I never thought it was possible to comfortably work, enjoy, and build trust and relationships in a community in which you have zero background. To be honest, things are indeed easier said than done but...

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The Paradoxical Route

Working with people in rural communities has always been my passion and I was happy when I started my journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer on 22 October 2023 to advance socio-economic development in Dedza District,...

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