Explore stories of service, connection, and transformation directly from CorpsAfrica Volunteers across the continent.
What does life after CorpsAfrica service look like? For Peter Moenga, it means opening the doors of Rocky TechSavvy Computer College every morning and equipping...
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Every Friday, I sit with the Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) group in my community as they meet to save, discuss, and support one...
Before the Intervention: Financial Dependence Alphonsine Nyinawumuntu, from Kigarama Village in Bukomeye Cell, lived in complete financial dependence on her husband. With no capital, business...
As I stepped into my host family’s home in the remote village of Naha, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of emotions. Born and...
As part of my integration into the rural community where I currently volunteer, I recently facilitated a liquid soap production training for the women and...
Jerone’s Journey: From Volunteer to CEO During his service as a CorpsAfrica/Ghana G2 Volunteer, Jerone was placed in a rural community in the Central Region,...
Ntombenhle Nonhlakanipho Shoba, a G1 CorpsAfrica/South Africa Volunteer, grew up in a rural community where she developed a deep passion for supporting rural development. Her...
When I stepped into my community as a Volunteer, I was not only bringing my skills and knowledge, I was also bringing myself. Before I...
October 10 is World Mental Health Day, and as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, it’s got me thinking a lot about something we don’t often talk about...
In the rural village of Kenteri Kebele, Oromia Region, Ethiopia, clean water once felt like a luxury. Women and children trekked over an hour each...
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...
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...
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....
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 fruits into healthy, naturally dried snacks known as Organic Sunny...
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 for Standard Six. While still lying down, I received a...
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 language,the Fula language.This language was my father tongue.Something I had...
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 ready to leave everything behind and step into the stranger...
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 populations’ daily activity is subsistence agriculture and to a small...
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 felt like I was lost because my friends, with whom...
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 of my community. One of my memorable experiences as a...
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 fields of Pape Diagne, an old photographer who has traveled...
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 projects not only address environmental concerns but also equip students...
“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 International Women’s Day. March 8, 2015. (16:07)
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 Mulanje district. I imagined organizing meetings, working on community development...
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 transformative experiences of my life. On the morning of August...
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, and I could never understand how people managed it so...
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, where I live, was filled with a mix of anticipation...
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, I have witnessed firsthand how water scarcity affects every aspect...
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 first, I thought volunteering was just about giving back to...
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, a group of individuals who understand their needs and aspirations...
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 garden tanks weren’t supplying enough water as expected. This underprivileged...
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 dawned on me that I had to revisit a group...
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 bit nervous because this is only week 2 and I’m...
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 soon as I enter, everyone greets me with a warm...
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 may seem like some problems have no answers. But the...
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 realize we have expectations until we’re hit with disappointment. In...
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 Jimara, Upper River Region. It was a Thursday morning, the...
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 fully prepared me for the realities on the ground. Electricity...
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 indelible mark on my heart. One moment, in particular, stands...
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 Development (ABCD) Although I had an academic background in sciences,...
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 event in Israel. This is why I chose to spend...
At CorpsAfrica, transformation begins at the grassroots — led by young African changemakers dedicated to driving sustainable development in their communities. Two such remarkable Volunteers from the 2024–2025 Malawi cohort, Jean Nazimera and Harry Bvumbwe,...
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 in driving change and creating a positive impact on the...
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, which prevented them from accessing education and essential services. Inspired...
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 of laughter from homes still buzzing with the excitement of...
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 as if I’ve sprouted roots here. Slowly but surely, I’ve...
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 the department of Nioro du rip in the Kaolack region....
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 people of all ages. For the elderly, however, Christmas can...
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 Tata. I was so excited because it is a province...
