Volunteer Voices

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

Featured Volunteer Voices

From Service to Leadership: Nimatu Abdul-Rahaman’s Journey of Empowerment

In the heart of Ghana’s Northern Region, a quiet but determined leader found her voice and purpose, through service. Nimatu Abdul-Rahaman, a 2023/2024 CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer...

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Embracing the Unknown

When I first learned that I would be relocating to Nkhotakota, my excitement was quickly overshadowed by a wave of fear. The thought of living...

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Against All Odds, I Stayed

Honestly, many people, including myself, believed I might be the first Volunteer to quit. But here I am, standing at the finish line. And I...

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From Degrees to the Ground: How One Comment Changed Everything

Souad has always been passionate about the environment. She studied ecology, earned several academic degrees, and spoke at conferences and events about climate and sustainability....

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CorpsAfrica: The Truth of Leadership

The past two months have been very eventful. As the days keep rushing by, the service is drawing closer to an end. I find myself...

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Youth, Ubuntu and the Future of Africa

Visualize five days in Nairobi- “the Capital of Africa”. On top of that, imagine being surrounded by over 1000+ youth from over 11 African countries...

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The young Volunteer Fisher lady

In a world where every day brings the chance to try something new, volunteerism has been my vision to growth, discovery, and unexpected adventure. At...

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A Drop of Change: How Cleaning a Solar Panel Brought Water Back to a Community

They say, “Water is life.” But for my community, it became a luxury we could only dream of. For two long years, we endured the...

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The Rains of Redemption

Karonga, a sun-scorched district in northern Malawi, had been brought to its knees by months of merciless heat. The December rains had briefly awakened hope...

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LESSONS I CARRY AS A CORPSAFRICA/KENYA VOLUNTEER

When I first arrived in the community, I thought I knew what change looked like. But the truth is, I’m learning that the real shift...

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Community-Led Development in Action: Fihini’s Success Story

As I stepped into the vibrant community of Fihini, I was met with warm smiles and eager eyes. My mission for organizing the first meeting...

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THE FIRST NAP INTERRUPTED

It was Wednesday afternoon , and I decided it was time for a quick nap before diving into the evening’s activities in the community. Just...

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A Spring of Hope: My Journey with the Imbale Community, Kakamega County

When I first arrived in Imbale as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I was struck by the beauty of the land, but beneath that beauty lay a...

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The Unseen Guests

Growing up in town, my experience with rural life was limited to occasional visits to my grandparents. Being a CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer, I am now immersed...

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Leadership Camp

The leadership camp we organized in Tadart was a far-fetched gathering of all high school students of the Azzaden Valley. Throughout the four days of...

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From Emkhambathini to the Continent: My All-Country Conference (ACC2025) Journey

The All Country Conference (ACC2025) hosted in Kenya school of governance Nairobi from the 15th – 20th June 2025 under the theme Ubuntu In Action,...

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From Sun to Snack

Tucked away in the heart of Baringo lies a quietly thriving gem—Fresh Wrap Limited, a department under the Seed Saver Network, turning the region’s abundant...

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My Journey to CorpsAfrica Pitch Day

It was a beautiful rainy morning, and I was hesitant to get out of bed to prepare for school, where I volunteered as a teacher...

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LOST IN TRANSLATION, BUT LAUGHING THROUGH IT

When I first arrived in Mali Kunda,I quickly noticed that language played a big role in their everyday life. People in the community spoke a...

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Reflections to My Former Self

Dear Me, Wow. Look at you. I remember when you first started this journey full of dreams, a little scared and wondering whether you were...

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Rwanda, Ngororero District, Kageyo Sector, Kageshi Cell, Cyungo, Mukaka, Kariha Sites

Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteers Mr. Jean Migambi and Mr. Alexandre Rurangwa Cyungo, Mukaka, and Kariha villages are remote areas in the Ngororero district where their...

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Cabrousse is Not So Far: New Home, New Family!

Written by CorpsAfrica/Senegal Volunteer Mr. Hameth Ndoye When I thought about going to my site in Cabrousse, Ziguinchor, I was afraid. I was afraid. I...

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SAND COLLECTION FOR DEVELOPMENT: COMMUNITY’S STRENGTH

As a Corps/Africa Malawi Volunteer serving in Dowa, I have had the opportunity to immerse myself in the local culture and the way of living...

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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...

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Hope In Every Handcraft, Pupils Transform Trash Into Triumph

As a CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteer serving in Malawi, I have had the privilege of collaborating with a local school to introduce innovative recycling initiatives. These...

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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...

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Listening to Lead; My Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

When I first stepped into my role as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I had a clear vision to make a tangible impact in my community in...

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My story

Becoming a Volunteer is not just a job, it’s a calling. For me, this journey began unexpectedly, yet it has been one of the most...

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Learning to Balance More Than Just Loads

I have always hated carrying things on my head, whether a bag or a basin. The thought alone made me uncomfortable. It always looked painful,...

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A Journey of Strong Emotions and True Joy

My first trip to my community in the Upper River Region (URR) of The Gambia took us two days. The journey from Greater Banjul Area,...

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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,...

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The Young Volunteer Fisher Lady

In a world where every day brings the chance to try something new, volunteerism has been my vision to growth, discovery, and unexpected adventure. At...

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The Community at the Frontline: A Journey of Collaborative Development

Community development is not just a process; it’s a vibrant journey fueled by collective effort. At the heart of this journey lies the community itself,...

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TESTAMENT OF TRUE RESILIENCE

It was onion transplanting time in my community, a time for hope and anticipation. But a major issue arose in the community where the community...

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ADAPTING TO CHANGE

After attending my first in-service training, I was excited to collaborate with my community to select a project and develop the proposal. However, it soon...

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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...

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Embracing New Beginnings in Suwareh Kunda

Imagine moving to a new community where everyone knows your name within a short period of time. I step into a local shop, and as...

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In the Face of Adversity, Leaders Emerge

As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, one thing that remains consistent throughout the service is the presence of challenges often with no obvious solutions. At times, it...

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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...

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A Journey to My Host Community of Kosemar Tenda

After a long and adventurous journey spanning a day and a half, I finally set foot in the serene community of Kosemar Tenda, nestled in...

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A Journey of Resilience: Overcoming Challenges to Bring Water to Kelecha

When I first arrived in Kelecha as a CorpsAfrica/Ethiopia Volunteer, I knew I was stepping into a community with immense challenges, but nothing could have...

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Empowering Young Artists: A Journey of Creativity and Entrepreneurship

As I sit here reflecting on my journey so far as a CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer, I am reminded of the countless moments that have left an...

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Transforming Communities Through Collective Action

Months ago, I was selected to be a CorpsAfrica trainee, where I received training on community-led development approaches, including Human-Centered Design (HCD) and Asset-Based Community-Led...

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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...

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Empowering Communities, One Project at a Time: Stories from CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteers

At CorpsAfrica, transformation begins at the grassroots — led by young African changemakers dedicated to driving sustainable development in their communities. Two such remarkable Volunteers...

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