Embracing Humanity Through Volunteerism: My Journey in Kitui
Being a Volunteer is a profound experience that often defies easy definition. My journey as a Volunteer has been fueled by a passion for working with marginalized populations and a commitment to maintaining human dignity by alleviating poverty. This year, in August, I embarked on an incredible adventure by joining the CorpsAfrica/Kenya program as part […]
Volunteer Voices: Ntombenhle Shoba and the Power of Ubuntu
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 experiences as an outsider strengthened her belief in the spirit of Ubuntu, inspiring her to give back through volunteering. In this story, Ntombenhle shares how her journey with CorpsAfrica has […]
Eskindir Birhanu: A Catalyst for Change at Koite Primary School
In Faragosa Kebele, a small community in Ethiopia’s Gamo Zone, Koite Primary School had fallen into disrepair. Broken windows, damaged doors, and crumbling classrooms made it hard for children to learn. But while others saw a hopeless situation, Eskindir Birhanu saw a chance to make a difference. As a dedicated volunteer, he knew education was […]
The Importance of Pre-Service Training: From a CorpsAfrica Alumni’s Perspective
Pre-Service Training (PST) is truly the heart of the CorpsAfrica experience, providing volunteers with the tools and insights to thrive. As a CorpsAfrica Alumni, I can share how transformative PST was for me, shaping both my personal and professional growth in ways I never anticipated. Among the various training sessions, the Community-Based Training (CBT) fieldwork, […]
In the silence
You’re a failure. You can’t lead people. You can’t even motivate them.” Those words weren’t whispered—they were hurled at me, loud and clear, by someone I once worked under. Someone I respected. I smiled and nodded, but inside, something cracked.For weeks—months—that voice followed me like a shadow. Even when I was accepted into CorpsAfrica, I […]
The Reality of Impact: Martin Twesigye’s Volunteer Journey
With a background in nutrition and livelihoods, Martin Twesigye had already witnessed the power of community-led development. But he desired to work even more closely at the grassroots level, which led him to join CorpsAfrica. After working with the USAID Integrated Community Agriculture and Nutrition Activity, Martin saw CorpsAfrica’s model of empowerment and co-creation as […]
My Oasis
Moving to Malawi as a CorpsAfrica volunteer has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Leaving Kenya, my homeland, was not just a geographical shift—it was a cultural and emotional journey that tested my adaptability and resilience. The first thing I noticed upon arriving in Malawi was the striking cultural differences. From […]
From Extreme to Extreme; I have met Teranga in People
When I boarded my flight from Rwanda to Senegal, I was filled with excitement, anticipation, and a thousand questions. What would it feel like to leave the land of a thousand hills for the sandy plains of Fouta? What would my host community be like? How would I communicate, connect, and contribute to a land […]
The Rains of Redemption
Karonga, a sun-scorched district in northern Malawi, had been brought to its knees by months of merciless heat. The December rains had briefly awakened hope as farmers rushed to plant rice and other crops in anticipation of a fruitful season. But the rains disappeared just as quickly as they arrived, leaving fields barren and nursery […]
WHY BE A VOLUNTEER
Having followed CorpsAfrica/Kenya for a while on social media, I was deeply impressed by their impactful work in empowering communities and driving development through the active participation of youth. Their mission resonated strongly with me, as I have always believed in the power of service and the mantra of servant leadership. I vividly remember applying […]