Explore stories of service, connection, and transformation directly from CorpsAfrica Volunteers across the continent.
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...
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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...
In the heart of Buwere village, a rural community in the Mpigi district, my past three months as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer have been filled with meaningful activities aimed at uplifting lives and creating positive change....
Experiences shape our perspective and reality. A larva living in a cocoon will never know the reality of a butterfly until it spreads its wings and lives the life of a butterfly. This is true...
I have never been to the hospital for the past 26 years of my life until November 2023. Let me take you into the past. I am someone who hardly falls sick but even when...
Embarking on a new journey, I welcome you to my second chapter in the blogosphere. As an Exchange Volunteer with CorpsAfrica/Malawi, every step has been a testament to the transformative power of service and the...
Being a community Volunteer is a journey filled with selflessness, compassion, and the joy of making a positive impact on the lives of others. In this blog, I am going to explore my life as...
Introduction Did you know that in many communities across the globe, unemployment rates soar above 20%, leaving countless families struggling to make ends meet? Yet, amidst these challenges lies untapped potential, waiting to be harnessed...
As I sit down to reflect on my journey as a Volunteer teacher with my community school kids, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude and pride. Teaching isn’t just a profession; it’s...
It all started when I arrived in the vibrant community of Nakaseeta A and B in Lyantonde District, Uganda. From day one, I was greeted with warmth and open arms by the locals, and that’s...
In the heart of Ndune village, Mbondoni, amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, Tabitha Nyokabi found herself at a crossroads. Struggling to make ends meet, she was determined to find a way to...
In our busy lives, it’s easy to feel distant from our neighbors and the community we live in. However, some great things can happen that may bring us closer and make our communities stronger. One...
“Wow, how time flies, the integration period is over? Working outside of my comfort zone has been fascinating”. Over the past two months, I have been working with my community members to carry out integration...
“Failure to plan is planning to fail” It is a cliche phrase to utter but it carries a lot within it. As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I have learned so much about planning as a skill...
Last year, I was lucky enough to start working with a youth group from a nearby village. I say lucky because interacting with them has been an amazing experience because they have taught me so...
During my first month in the community, I was scared as I knew nobody. However, within five months, I became the most confident person and got to know many people. I participated in many activities...
Ibrahima Diop, volontaire de CORPSAFRICA/Sénégal, est affecté à Thiasky, une communauté au cœur de Dandé Mayo à Matam. Dandé Mayo, une localité profondément imprégnée par les eaux du fleuve Sénégal-Mauritanien, est le berceau ancestral des...
I couldn’t be more proud of myself that it has already been three months down the line serving my community in Majariro/Karonga as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer. I can attest that such a milestone indicates my...
Being open-minded involves being receptive to a wide variety of ideas, and information, critical thinking, and asking questions. It also involves embracing other people’s beliefs and ideas to learn and grow personally. Integration in communities...
Throughout my service, one important element has continually shaped my experience as a Volunteer in my community: the sense of togetherness of the community. In reflecting on my journey, I am struck by the bonds...
