Explore stories of service, connection, and transformation directly from CorpsAfrica Volunteers across the continent.
In the Kukuo community——nestled away from the bustling city life, a silent struggle has plagued young girls. They lacked access to crucial Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) information and services, particularly concerning menstrual...
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Greetings from Agatare village in the Gisagara district! My name is Jean Pierre Twizerimana, and I proudly serve as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, deeply engaged in fostering community development through innovative approaches. Today, I’m thrilled to...
Let me let you in on a story that has made me smile this month. A solar light giving birth to a chicken? A real hen? Crazy right? Well, let me tell you it is...
During my first days at CorpsAfrica, I recall always being so kept to myself, staying in my corner, listening and observing without participating fully. As the days went by, I gradually freed myself from the...
Embarking on my journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer was a leap of faith into the unknown, but little did I know it would become a profound catalyst for personal and professional growth. From the outset,...
Dear Mom, I know you’re busy thinking about CorpsAfrica/Rwanda’s future, but allow me to jump in and interrupt. Mom, in the book of Inkuru Ya 30, I saw you. I saw your footprints and I...
Reflecting on the past month, I have more to appreciate about my journey which has taught me more about patience and humility. I have grown to be more resilient and understanding. This educative journey has...
In 2022, I took the first step on a path that would eventually lead me to fulfill my passion for rural development through CorpsAfrica. However, that year marked a temporary setback as I was not...
When women support each other, incredible things happen. And every little support given counts. In my first month as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I was hosted by an incredible woman, who together with her daughter, gave...
In February, my adventure with CorpsAfrica/Rwanda began as I fell upon the application link. Enchanted, I carefully explored the qualifications and delved into their social media to seize their ‘About us’ section what they do,...
Residing in a countryside region provides a unique and one-of-a-kind life encounter. After committing five months to volunteer work, I acquired a wealth of valuable life skills and lessons that will have a beneficial influence...
Embarking on this journey was my way of giving back to the community – a decision that marked the beginning of an incredible adventure. The first week in community service was a crash course in...
Have you ever experienced a moment of deep, sincere gratitude that fills your heart to the brim? That’s exactly how I feel as I reflect on my journey with CorpsAfrica/Kenya Cohort 2. Let me take...
It was a great time when we had a break from the community as we attended our first In-service Training (IST 1) which focused on building our capacity to facilitate project identification and develop project...
Engaging the community in project identification taps into a wealth of local knowledge, experiences, and needs that might otherwise go unnoticed. By inviting input from various stakeholders, projects can be tailored to address genuine concerns...
Embarking on this incredible journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer has been nothing short of life-changing. From the intensive Pre-Service Training to the heartwarming welcome from my host family, every step has deepened my understanding of...
As I reflect on my volunteering journey within the community, one aspect stands out; the invaluable time spent with elder men. Initially, I joined the program seeking to contribute to my community, but little did...
Stepping into my role as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I embarked on a journey filled with anticipation and determination. Little did I know that one particular experience would shape my perspective in profound ways. Engaging in...
I have got to share something that’s got me jumping for joy: the incredible strides we’re making in our adult classes. It’s like watching fireworks of empowerment explode right before my eyes! Picture this: a...
In the heart of Ndune, a small village nestled amidst the rolling hills of a rural landscape, resides a young man named Raphael. In his quest to transform his community, Raphael has embarked on a...
When I first embarked on my journey with CorpsAfrica as a Volunteer, uncertainty lingered in my mind. What kind of service was I signing up for? Despite the doubts, there was an unwavering belief within...
As we actively engaging in coming up with an inclusive and sustainable community project, we have been going through lots of discussions and consultations to come up with a manageable budget. The whole process can...
What if you had a chance to create yourself? To choose your complexion, and gender and determine your stature, would you have designed yourself to look the way you look now? What if you had...
Six months ago, I started a new journey with CorpsAfrica/Malawi. In the beginning, I was a shy person with lots of doubts. But these past six months have been an exciting adventure that changed me...
We often look at Volunteering with CorpsAfrica/Malawi from just a professional sense when it unveils a hidden treasure of natural beauty and serenity often not experienced in the cities we hail from. Stepping into my...
Three months ago, I embarked on a journey as a CorpsAfrica/Uganda Volunteer that would take me far from the familiar comforts of home and plunge me into the heart of rural Kabale. As I reflect...
As a member of my community, I have observed numerous construction projects that are no longer sustainable and have fallen into disuse. This has caused me to feel concerned, and I can imagine how frustrating...
Weather is arguably a key determinant of what services are available to those in need of them. This is so because other services are best delivered in certain weather conditions and not the others. Air...
Well, I had never fetched water using donkeys until I started serving as a Volunteer in Kitui County. Here, fetching water using donkeys is a lifestyle contrary to where I come from where we have...
The first time I made Downy is still fresh in my mind. I remember following the procedure step by step, but it was still runny. I hadn’t seen anyone making it so I was a...
In the rural village of Jjalamba, Mpigi district, Uganda, a remarkable transformation has started to take place. CorpsAfrica/Uganda, through its Community-Led Development, Asset-Based Community Development, and Human Cantered Design approaches, has empowered the local community...
In the heart of my CorpsAfrica journey, I discovered that being a true facilitator goes hand in hand with mastering the art of listening. In the beginning, when I stepped into the community, I was...
“Take the first step and start, the rest will follow suit…” It sounds very cliché, but I didn’t believe in this statement until I was in a situation that required me to believe it. By...
My time serving in the community has been an enriching journey filled with invaluable lessons and experiences, all thanks to CorpsAfrica. Through active listening, keen observation, effective facilitation, and collaborative efforts with locals, I continuously...
Human thought is a marvel of complexity, influenced by our experiences, emotions, and the world around us. From the mundane to the profound, our minds are constantly churning out a myriad of thoughts, sometimes fleeting...
As someone who loves rocks and helping communities, I have had the wonderful experience exploring Kanduri Village in Ithanga Location. This place is full of stunning views and hidden treasures, and one of the most...
