Explore stories of service, connection, and transformation directly from CorpsAfrica Volunteers across the continent.
If you passed through Senior High School (SHS) in Ghana, chances are gari saved you at some point. Gari soakings after prep, late nights with...
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When the site postings were released, I was both nervous and excited to see where I would serve. The name Kojokrom sounded simple yet unfamiliar....
You can know all the CorpsAfrica development approaches; ABCD, HCD, CLD, but without effective facilitation, none of them will truly work. Knowledge alone isn’t enough;...
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....
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...
I had lived a quite sheltered life and had never been away from my home country of Kenya. Getting the opportunity to become an exchange...
My Journey Begins… Being nicknamed “Owenva” to a “Hero” is one of the marks of my CorpsAfrica service in Buleega Village, Uganda. The journey between...
As I complete my CorpsAfrica service in Lyantonde district Nakaseeta A and B villages, I have a sense of pride, gratitude, and accomplishment. The past...
I had my doubts—how would I manage being away from my family and friends for a whole year? Would I be able to adapt to...
As an advocate for Human-Centered Design, it can sometimes be challenging to determine whether the efforts made in promoting this message are having an impact....
Access to clean water has been a dream come true for residents in Buwere village, a testament to Community-Led Development. Home to over 1,800 residents,...
As I stepped out of the towering beautiful building with my heavy luggage and muffled my footsteps into the car and took my seat. In...
My transformation in the Kinoni community has been very significant to me. I have rich experiences engaging in community work and implementing various initiatives. This...
Nutrition has always been a passion of mine. As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I got the opportunity to facilitate the family-led MUAC (Mid-Upper Arm Circumference) approach...
I am an Exchange Volunteer and I like it. My name is Alexis Irandukunda an Exchange Volunteer with CorpsAfrica/Uganda. Born and raised in Rwanda, I...
The foundation of trust The first day on the construction site was full of mixed emotions, excited that we were finally embarking on a journey...
During my time in the Kpale-Ga community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I experienced firsthand the transformative power of conversation. Engaging with the community through dynamic...
Having gone through the integration and project identification phases, we are currently implementing my community’s primary project. As I look back and reflect on my...
Deep in the picturesque Ijoukak valley lies the community of Douar Targa. This settlement was hit hard by an earthquake that destroyed the homes of...
The clock is ticking, and my service is almost complete. As I approach the end of my tenure, I find myself pondering: What have I...
In community development, there’s a treasure trove often overlooked: the power of an empowered community. Tasked with building a classroom, I saw firsthand how involvement...
In a village by the hills so green, A volunteer’s heart and vision keen. Youth gather, with spirits bright, To turn their dreams into clear...
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...
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...
