Volunteer Stories

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

Featured Stories

Adventures of My Heart as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Charity Gichohi In a mere month, I’ve embarked on a remarkable journey that has woven itself into the very fabric...

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After The Long Wait…

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Mr. Joseph Njuguna A white Toyota Caldina finally pulled up at the petrol station. While I’ve always been a fan of...

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Managing Expectations

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Maureen Shayne Khasandi Managing expectations is a full-time job, especially when it comes to managing a community. As a Volunteer...

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Amazing Elderly Unity, Commitment & Collaboration in Kalulu Community

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Mr. Frenko Pkirket In my extraordinary experience in this community, I had the privilege of being part of in the Kalalu...

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Empowering Communities: The Road to Sustainability Through Community-Led Development

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Gladys Mutemi In a world where communities have often been passive recipients of external interventions, a profound shift is underway....

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Embracing Abundance: A Mindset Shift in My CorpsAfrica Journey

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Jane Wamaitha As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, my mission went beyond physical projects; it was about catalyzing a mindset shift from...

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Monthly Blog

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Anne Maina As I reflect on my first month of service, I can’t help but feel grateful for the opportunity...

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The Journey of Growth and Green Initiatives: Traveling with a Plant

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Exchange Volunteer Mr. Malamine Badiane Traveling is often seen as a means to explore new destinations and connect with diverse cultures. However,...

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Welcome to the Resilience Club

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Mr. Felix Bahati My volunteering journey with CorpsAfrica/Kenya in the past month that I’ve been in a new community has been...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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The Inspiring Tale: The Story of Nsondole Youth Club

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Margaret Magombo It’s been a month since I got acquainted with Nsondole Youth Club. Comprising of about 30 young people,...

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Volunteering Diaries of Victor Annani Togborlo

Written by CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer Mr. Victor Annani Togborlo It was an ineffable nostalgia when I entered the KG2 classroom. At the same time though, I...

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Journey to Kanfiehiyili

Written by CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer Ms. Victoria Wintonya Ndebugri At approximately 30 minutes past 10:00 am, I left home to meet my Field Liaison Officer and...

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My First Week in Gumo

Everything that we go through is a preparation for something ahead. I attended a university and as part of the requirements to obtain a degree,...

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I Am a Knight: Inside the Knight Family

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Mr. Jolex Chicco Kaudama Everyone can freely share about everything. The fears, the stories, the joys, the sorrows, the new culture,...

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I Found My Calling

Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer Mr. Olive Duhoredushima Recognizing that I’m volunteering and doing an exceptional job is critical. I had always felt indebted to give...

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Sowing Hope, Harvesting Transformation: Olive’s Journey of Empowerment in Mbazi Sector

As I ventured into the picturesque Mbazi Sector, my heart raced with a mixture of excitement and trepidation. Leaving my familiar home behind, I embarked...

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A Growing Mind

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Olivia Viola I love traveling. I want to travel to as many places as I can in my lifetime. But...

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The Untold Stories

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Adorah Gertrude Maere Volunteering in my community and helping people there, allowed me to see other corners of this country...

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Integrate with a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Wongani Mwasinga When I first heard that I had been deployed in Balaka district, I was anxious especially when people...

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From Empathy to Philanthropy

Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Exchange Volunteer Mr. Magatte Ndiaye Travel offers us the opportunity to take time out to refocus and to recognize ourselves. Often, it...

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A New Dawn

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Mr. Raphael Kivuva The beginning of each new day is an opportunity to start again. After a long journey of Pre-Service...

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From a Parlous Single Story to a Home Away From Home

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Mr. Kelvin Mutuma On December 10th, 2022, after setting everything in order and getting ready, the car engine roared, destined for...

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My Host Mum: My Inspiration

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Irene Kihumba To be honest, I didn’t want the Pre-service Training (PST) to end because that would mean that my...

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Volunteering Adventures

Written by CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer Mr. Victor Annani Togborlo (Dreams) A community far away from the population and the deafening noise of the city. The cold...

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A Month in the East

Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Sharon Jelagat It’s been a month and a few weeks since I arrived at my site, a village called Vota...

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