Explore stories of service, connection, and transformation from CorpsAfrica Volunteers across the continent.
A few days ago, I had a meaningful conversation with a member of our community about the challenge of bread scarcity during Ramadan. It was...
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April has been a month filled with remarkable experiences, blending adventure, education, and profound insights. Collaborating with individuals whose primary language differs from mine to...
On August 14th, I packed my bags and embarked on my journey to Amakuza Resort to participate in the training program (Pre-Service Training). Over the...
When I look back to the day I got deployed to my site, I feel proud of myself because I did not think I could...
Volunteering in a community that is far from my home has been a life-changing experience. As a Volunteer, integration into the local culture is vital—not...
Arriving in my community, I was immediately faced with the challenge of communication. The unfamiliar sounds of their language left me wondering how I would...
“The deepest craving of the human spirit is to find a sense of significance and relevance.” – Dr. Myles Munroe. At its core, a deep...
Serving in the Ruhashya Sector, in Huye District at Rugogwe Secondary School recently hosted a remarkable initiative. This event united students for a meaningful and...
This month, we got to celebrate Mother’s Day. I got to celebrate a special group of women in my community. Their steadfast efforts and contribution...
I had been a month in the community as a Volunteer learning the ways of the community. It was an exciting adventurous pursuit because I...
Introduction: Serving in Kabatema has been a transformative journey, not just for the community members but for myself as well. Among the many stories of...
It always starts with you; a positive mindset is everything you ever need in life. It was a beautiful morning when I thought about working...
The teamwork between the CorpsAfrica/Uganda and Peace Corps for the GLOW camp in Lira district, Nothern Uganda was a game-changer. The camp was all about...
My service as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Kanyerere VDC would not have begun as wonderfully as it did and I am mostly thankful for my...
Looking back at the days before I joined CorpsAfrica as a Volunteer, a lot has changed. Focusing on my inner person, I can feel the...
After being in the community for almost seven months, it is now time to focus on the project implementation phase. This is a crucial moment...
Ten months ago, I started a one-year contract as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, the period seemed too much especially living and serving not only in a...
My community has been letting me down every step of the way. They make promises, then only a few hold up to them. When I...
In a world increasingly driven by individual achievements, the importance of collective effort and community-led initiatives cannot be overstated. Particularly in Africa, a continent teeming...
In the heart of our Ndune community, amidst the sprawling greenery and the vibrant sounds of daily life, lies a testament to the resilience and...
We never know what might emerge from an unexpected opportunity. All I did was grab it with both hands, and that marked the start of...
After a successful community mapping and project identification, the community was in the project planning process. Despite some communities being individualistic, in the heart of...
As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, my success and strength are anchored on the Innovators’ Compass as a tool with five powerful questions to ensure community ownership...
My journey with CorpsAfrica has been transformative, shaping both my personal and professional life in profound ways. When I joined, I hoped to make a...
In the tapestry of our lives, certain moments stand out as vibrant threads, weaving themselves into the fabric of our memories. These are the moments...
In the Tambala community, where illiteracy among women and early marriages are prevalent, most women are engaged in farming and small-scale businesses like baking fritters...
My name is Magombe Muzamiru a CorpsAfrica/Uganda Volunteer stationed in Buleega village in Buikwe district. My volunteering journey started from Pre-service Training to the time...
Volunteering to serve your community is a significant sacrifice, but one that reaps unparalleled rewards. My journey as a volunteer in Nkomo, Meru County through...
