Behind Every Grain of Gari
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 textbooks, or days when “food money” finished too early. For many of us, gari is simple, fast, and familiar. But in Kojokrom, gari is not simple at all. This month, […]
A Needle, a Thread, and an Unexpected Purpose
Can I Tell You a Story? Growing up, I was that young girl who adored fashion; always curious, always sketching, always wanting to learn more. I didn’t know it then, but every stitch I practiced and every mistake I corrected was quietly preparing me for something bigger than myself. Fast forward to just last year: […]
From Fear To Belonging
“Questions for the gods to answer.”Funny enough, this was what came to mind after asking myself the following questions: “Do I have to convert to Islam before I can integrate with the people of Dehia?” “Should I take along a buta and hijab?” “Will the community be neat, or filled with scattered animal droppings?” “Is […]
Against All Odds, I Stayed
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 am so grateful that I didn’t give up. This journey wasn’t easy. I left behind the comfort of home to live in a completely new environment with a different pace, different […]
A Drop of Change: How Cleaning a Solar Panel Brought Water Back to a Community
They say, “Water is life.” But for my community, it became a luxury we could only dream of. For two long years, we endured the harsh reality of water scarcity, as the solar-powered water facility couldn’t produce enough to serve the entire population. Every dry season reminded us how fragile life becomes when access to […]
Empowering Young Artists: A Journey of Creativity and Entrepreneurship
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 out—the day I witnessed a group of young artists in my community discover the transformative power of creativity and entrepreneurship. […]
My Journey with Augustina: Nothing Less than Service & Impact
At CorpsAfrica/Ghana, service is more than a commitment—it’s a way of life. Daniel Amoah, a Group 1 (G1) Volunteer, embodies this spirit. During his service at Anweem-Junction in the Central Region, he met Augustina Kpordzro, a visually impaired young woman with a dream: to further her education. Augustina had successfully passed her WASSCE in 2015, […]