Explore stories of service, connection, and transformation directly from CorpsAfrica Volunteers across the continent.
Imagine being entrusted with the whole location! Well, serving as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer has been a unique and transformative period in my life. Volunteerism has played a crucial role in driving positive change, particularly for...
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Upon my arrival at Matiru Sub-Location in Meru, I learned that the locals refer to the area as “Bairwanda,” which means “desert” in their language. Despite its name, Bairwanda is significant to the community due...
On September 25, 2024, after completing training with my colleagues who were also selected to join the incredible CorpsAfrica family, I officially became a Volunteer after taking an oath. I felt a mix of excitement...
When I first arrived as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, my goal was simple: to empower others and share knowledge on sustainable practices. However, what I discovered was far more profound. I spent two transformative months in...
My journey began when a friend shared a CorpsAfrica application link with me via WhatsApp in March 2024. I seized the opportunity and applied on the same day the link became available. I submitted my...
Being in a new county, and environment and living with new people has never been this exciting. I have been living with people of Mutaho sub-location, Kakamenga county. From the moment I stepped into this...
My name is MUKUNDE Lys Gabrielle I want to share my journey into community life; Two months ago, I began my journey with CorpsAfrica/Rwanda as a trainee. Upon arriving at the training site, I met...
Instinct whispered that I needed to step out of my comfort zone and resolve to lead a life worth remembering. I decided to follow the enthusiasm sparked within me and explore. I discovered a passion...
My name is Yvette Uwimana, and I am honored to serve as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Rulindo District, specifically in Masoro Sector, Shengampuri Cell, Nyabinyana Village. My journey here is rooted in a mission of...
In a quiet village, under the early morning sun, I found myself among green fields and vibrant crops, hand in hand with community members, each of us bringing a unique strength. As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer,...
Serving as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in one’s home country is thrilling, but serving in another country away from home is an indispensable opportunity. Having accomplished my service in Uganda, I embarked on another journey of...
What comes to mind when you think of Baringo County? Let me guess: a dry, rocky place with scarce food and frequent insecurity issues? This is the image that often comes to mind when people...
As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in the western province of Rwanda, Ngororero District, Ndaro Sector, Kabageshi cell, and Ruhanga village, I found myself on a deeply transformative journey. CorpsAfrica’s mission to empower communities through local leadership...
Volunteering has always sparked something deep within me—an unquenchable energy, a fire that drives me to give back and make a difference. This passion began as a student when I experienced firsthand the impact of...
As I woke up on the morning of September 26th, I could already feel the excitement buzzing through me. Staying at Amakuza Resort in Kanyinya, I carefully packed my bags, enjoyed breakfast, and eagerly awaited...
My journey as an Exchange Volunteer from CorpsAfrica/Rwanda to CorpsAfrica/Kenya has been an enriching experience filled with learning, cultural exchange, and personal growth. Upon arriving in Kenya, I was eager to immerse myself in this...
You may wonder how stepping away from your comfort zone feels like…It just tastes like a muffin cake if there is passion and you are aware of what you are doing, and that was me....
As we celebrate the International Day of the Girl, we showcase the contributions of the girl champions in promoting education and gender equality among girls in local communities. This remarkable day celebrated on 11th October...
They say, “Describe a tree.” What comes to your mind? Most people would refer to a tall, woody plant with a trunk, branches, and leaves that lives for many years. Well, that’s an easy definition....
Deployment day as a CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer, what an adventure! At 24 years old I realized I had never set foot on the western side of Kenya. That was about to change. My journey began on...
“In one short year” was a reflection statement coined by Moses Cofie, the Regional Coordinator during the Close of Service for the 17 Volunteers in August 2024. As Volunteers shared their stories of change in...
Joining CorpsAfrica as a Volunteer has to be the hardest decision I ever made. Having to leave a job that I had just started, to a volunteer role seemed absurd to not only my closest...
SÉANCE DU MATIN Le matin, nous avons commencé par une activité de team building co-animée par Angeline Akimana et Gilbert Mbonimpa, puis avons reçu un email de la session de la veille, animé par Amy...
The day of deployment came faster than I could have imagined, like the blink of an eye. I still couldn’t confidently pronounce the name of my new community. It’s funny—being a Dagomba native, I found...
“Dust is constant” is a Kenyan slang expression that is frequently used to describe the tragedy that befalls someone; it has nothing to do with statistics or any other variable. When we don’t want to...
In the Yatoi sublocation, farmers from Sirinyo ‘C,’ Kiwanja Ndege, and Ngambo villages recently joined hands to construct three kitchen gardens, a vital step toward promoting sustainable agriculture. In partnership with Seed Savers Network, this...
Arriving in Kamwathu Sublocation, Tharaka Nithi County, was less of a shock than I had anticipated. Having grown up in Samburu County, one of Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) and a pastoralist region, Tharaka...
When you think of Tharaka Nithi, what comes to mind? I used to think of it as a dry and scorching hot place with very little greenery. I assumed that the people there probably didn’t...
“Volunteerism is not for the faint-hearted.” This quote by Arthur Nkosi has never struck a chord with me more deeply than it does now. My journey transitioning from CorpsAfrica/Malawi to CorpsAfrica/Senegal has been an unforgettable...
Arriving in Kpeve Tornu as a CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer marked the beginning of an incredible journey of community engagement and growth. Located in Ghana’s Volta Region, Kpeve Tornu is a vibrant community with deep cultural roots...
Lately, I have learned something interesting that I am sure will be helpful to my leaders. Many people can relate that meeting new people and working with new communities can bring feelings of nervousness and...
Save Point: Starting My Journey In the world of Goviefe-Dudome, my house is my “save point”—a place to rest, reset, and prepare for each new day of exploration. Unlike a traditional setup, I don’t have...
Fondé il y a plus de 100 ans par YORO HODE THIAM, Diorbivol Fisherman est un village situé à Dande Mayo un Matam enclavé pendant la saison des pluies jusqu’en décembre. Pendant 6 mois le...
After a transformative experience serving as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Ghana, I embarked on a new journey as an Exchange Volunteer in Senegal. This opportunity felt like the perfect continuation of my commitment to service...
True warmth indeed trivializes “discomfort.” I entered the community expecting a bit of hardship and the need for adaptability, but I was still taken aback by my accommodations. I thought that was the worst of...
“Home is not a place, it’s a feeling.” This quote perfectly encapsulates my experience in Senegal, a country far from my home in Malawi. When I first arrived, I was filled with excitement and curiosity,...
