Volunteer Voices

Explore stories of service, connection, and transformation directly from CorpsAfrica Volunteers across the continent.

Featured Volunteer Voices

Taif, Mon Village; Ma Vie Autrement

TAIF est situé dans le district de Medina Sabakh, précisément dans la commune de Ngayenne, département de Nioro du Rip. Elle a été fondée en...

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Getting Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable!

Before anything great is achieved, your comfort zone must be disturbed. I must testify that every part of my life, up until now, has taken...

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Empowering Nyakibungo: A Volunteer’s Journey of Challenges and Triumphs

Introduction: Hello again! My name is Alexis IRADUKUNDA, and I’m thrilled to share the progression of my service as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Nyamagabe District,...

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Should I Take This First Step or Not?

The mixed feelings planted in me made me wonder if I should start my journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer or not, but surprisingly it is...

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Embracing Impact: Reflections On My Initial Weeks as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in the Heart of the Community

In the immortal words of Helen Keller, “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” These words echo profoundly as I...

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Unveiling the Beauty of Volunteering: A Heartwarming Journey with Children

Volunteering is an interesting journey that opens doors to a rush of different emotions; it takes you through moments of pure joy, self-discovery, and most...

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“Mlomp, un village pas commes les autres”

Impressionnée par la richesse de la culture locale, la solidarité, l’entraide des membres de la communauté ainsi que la beauté et la diversité des paysages,...

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My Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer Thus Far

I first heard about CorpsAfrica in my third year at university when my mentor posted about it. I remember attempting to apply, without knowing the...

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Embracing Change

Have you ever heard someone say that change can be terrifying? It’s because, for most people, change means stepping out of their comfort zone and...

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Serving from the Inside Out: The Love-Fueled Volunteer

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Gladys Yale Mutemi Community service is a journey that originates from within, specifically from the Volunteer’s heart. It’s a realization...

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My First Impression of Volunteerism

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Mr. Osman Leedhakar Moyo Having fully armed with expertise in community-led development approaches, I ventured down the famous Khwekwerere road of...

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Volunteering: A Gift That Keeps on Giving

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Mr. John Mkungula My time in the Chole/Ntonya community has been a transformative journey, filled with invaluable lessons and enriching experiences....

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Learning, Unlearning, and Relearning

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Betty Mutua As the months go by and I continue to engage with the community members, I have realized the...

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Exploration du Village de Boguel Bély Edy : Un Village Ancré dans l’Histoire

Écrit par M. Makhtar Seck, volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Sénégal Au cœur de terres fertiles, où le soleil danse sur les champs et le vent chante à...

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Story Telling

Écrit par M. Ibrahima Sadio Ba, volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Sénégal Bonjour à tous, je m’appelle Ibrahima Sadio BA, je suis bénévole à CorpsAfrica, je fais partie...

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Une Jour en tant que Volontaire

Écrit par Mme Nganawe Chiwona, volontaire d’échange CorpsAfrica/Sénégal The sun rose over the vibrant landscape of Senegal, casting a warm glow over the community where...

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Journey of My Integration In My Site

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Mr. Richard Ezra On 23rd September, 2023 around 5 pm I arrived in Chikwawa. The journey took over 5 hours from...

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Out of My Comfort Zone as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Fides Jere It took me a lot of courage and energy to step out of my comfort zone to find...

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Keeping an Open Mind

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Prosperina Mpekansambo It was on that night of 16 September, in my quiet room in area 25, that I anxiously...

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Thiaba, mon chez moi…

Rédigé par le volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Senegal, M. Cherif Marena L’imagination est la force la plus puissante jamais mise à la disposition du travail humain. Imaginons...

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My Eyes Have Seen It All: There is Power in Togetherness

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Mr. Blessings Manda They say experience is a great teacher, I guess I can say that I am honored to be...

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Superstitions and Traditional Practices for Environmental Conservation

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Exchange Volunteer Mr. Daouda Faye When I came to Malawi I was impressed by many things, especially the mini forests in the...

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“Being the Change” is Not Just a Slogan: It’s a Lived Reality

“You must be the change you want to see in the world.”. This serves as a powerful reminder that transformation begins at the individual level....

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Voices from the Heartland: A Month of Rural Volunteer Service

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Mr. Anthony Forpenza Stepping out of the hustle and bustle of City life, I embarked on a transformative CorpsAfrica Volunteer journey,...

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Découverte Thiobon, un coin de paradis en Casamance

Écrit par M. Cheikh Ngningue, volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Sénégal J’ai eu le privilège de plonger au cœur de la vie quotidienne du village de Thiobon, niché...

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Histoire de Toulel Thiale

Écrit par Mme Khady Ountou Diagne, volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Sénégal Tranquillité, générosité, sécurité et convivialité sont les caractéristiques qui m’ont accueilli dans ce beau et accueillant...

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Learning and Growing

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Mable Mpagaja “Whenever you feel uncomfortable, instead of retreating into your old comfort zone, pat yourself on the back and...

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A Glimpse into Raphael’s CorpsAfrica Journey

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Mr. Raphael Kivuva In the heart of cultural exchange and community development, I, Raphael, embarked on a transformative journey. Plunged into...

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Not So Clueless

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Tamandani Chawanda Looking out of the Cruiser’s window on my way to deployment; I was so anxious and excited contemplating...

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DIAGLE MON VILLAGE, MA TERRE, MA COMMUNAUTÉ, MON BERCEAU !!!!

Écrit par M. Ali Ba, volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Sénégal Aux premiers chants du coq, les braves fourchent la Terre, au rythme du Ngoyane et des battements...

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The Journey of Hope

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Chikondi Felix Dula “Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness” – Desmond...

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Facilitating Change: My Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer Begins

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Etta Kamtokoma I came across a call for applications wanting Volunteers released by CorpsAfrica on social media (WhatsApp to be...

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My Small Village in Latmingue

Written by CorpsAfrica/Senegal Volunteer Mr. Wonderful Mulolo It is the busiest and happiest time of the year in the region of Kaolack in Senegal. Most...

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Walnut Picking Season in Azzaden Valley

Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Lahcen Chanchaf Hello Dear Reader, During the last week of September, everyone is busy in Azzaden Valley. The same is...

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Life In A Remote Area: A Transformative Journey

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Bertha Khuwi My Volunteering journey began with a simple decision to give back to the community. I wanted to contribute...

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Tharakanithi’s Sun and Hope: A CorpsAfrica Volunteer’s Journey

Volunteering with CorpsAfrica Kenya in Tharakanithi has been a whirlwind of adventure, laughter, nostalgia, and inspiring connections. Nestled in the Kathangachini location, Tharakanithi’s searing heat...

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Building Bonds Beyond Borders

In the fast-paced world we inhabit, amidst the whirlwind of personal and professional obligations, it’s easy to overlook the profound impact that community volunteering can...

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Healing the World One Dance at a Time

I know we humanitarians have big plans, dreams, and aspirations for the kind of imprint we want to leave in this world. Most of the...

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Discipline, Discipline, Discipline: The Unseen Architect of Success, Lessons from CorpsAfrica’s Pre-Service Training

Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer Ms. Angeline Akimana Unless we change how we are, we will always have what we have got. After realizing that I...

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Embraced by a Tapestry of Togetherness: A Volunteer’s Tale

In the heart of a vibrant community, my CorpsAfrica Volunteer experience has been a tapestry of joy and unity. From day one, I integrated impeccably,...

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A Journey of Learning and Growth

As I reflect on my first month as a Volunteer, I am filled with a sense of fulfillment and gratitude. This journey has been a...

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Roots of Resilience: How a Community Tree Nursery Is Transforming a Kenyan Community

Kenya marked its first national tree-planting holiday on November 13th, a key step toward the country’s goal of growing 15 billion trees by 2030. In...

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Six Weeks of Transformation- CorpsAfrica’s Pre-Service Training

Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer Mr. Steven Nshizirungu The six weeks of training I’ve undergone have been an eye-opening journey, immersing me in principles of community...

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From Dream to Reality: My Heartfelt Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer Ms. Jeannette Uwiringiyimana Application process I became interested in becoming a CorpsAfrica Volunteer after learning about CorpsAfrica’s mission and their approach....

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A Journey to Community-Led Development: Finding Home Away from Home

Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer Ms. Gisele Uwineza I first learned about CorpsAfrica/Rwanda when I was working on a climate change project with a fellow Volunteer...

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