Volunteer Voices

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

Featured Volunteer Voices

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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The Ripple Impact of my Volunteering

In every community, there are unsung heroes who serve to make a difference in the lives of others. Volunteers like me play a crucial role...

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Empowering Through Mobility: My CorpsAfrica Journey

During my time as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Kyuso, Kitui County, I saw firsthand the challenges faced by persons with disabilities (PWDs)—particularly their limited mobility,...

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A Battle in the Dark

It was a dark, rainy night in a quiet village, the only kind of sounds were raindrops drumming against tin roofs and the distant murmur...

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Finding Home in the Land of the Mountains

When I first set foot in this serene Volta community as a CorpsAfrica volunteer, I felt like a fish out of water. But now, it’s...

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My First Two Months in Nguer: A Promising Experience!

An Open Heart On 1 October 2024, I was deployed to Nguèr, a small village of 300 inhabitants in the commune of Médina Sabakh in...

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Celebrating Christmas with My Elderly

Christmas is often seen as a time for family gatherings, festive meals, and cheerful celebrations, and it is a holiday that carries deep significance for...

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My Integration in the Province of Tata

Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Cecile Niyimenya (a Rwandan Exchange Volunteer serving in Morocco) It all started when I knew that I was deployed to...

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Small Actions, Big Impact

When I first arrived as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I felt lost. I had so many ideas but didn’t know where to start. Should I talk...

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