My Life as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer
It always starts with you; a positive mindset is everything you ever need in life. It was a beautiful morning when I thought about working with nonprofits. I immediately acted on my thought by picking up my phone to search for available opportunities in Uganda. I landed on the advert where CorpsAfrica/Uganda was calling for […]
A Call for African Youths To Volunteer Today
In a world increasingly driven by individual achievements, the importance of collective effort and community-led initiatives cannot be overstated. Particularly in Africa, a continent teeming with youthful energy and potential, the pursuit of personal goals coupled with a commitment to volunteerism offers a powerful avenue for societal transformation and individual growth. Setting and pursuing goals […]
Reaping Big in Briquettes by Creating Sustainable Cooking Energy
My name is Magombe Muzamiru a CorpsAfrica/Uganda Volunteer stationed in Buleega village in Buikwe district. My volunteering journey started from Pre-service Training to the time of deployment in our communities. In my pre-service Training, I had a great experience meeting new friends, and learning new things from the CorpsAfrica staff, while sharing life. Through various […]
Home Stretch
As I am counting the time I have been in my service, I couldn’t be prouder of myself, not forgetting the community and the office for their big support. I have become a strong believer in service to others. I have come to understand the importance of process and inclusion towards achieving a common goal. […]
La Transformation de Sass Mack Grâce à CorpsAfrica/Sénégal
“Qui aurait cru (sourire) qu’un jour les jeunes des deux quartiers entretiendraient des relations de fraternité et de solidarité ? CorpsAfrica mérite tout notre respect”, déclare un membre ému de la communauté. Entendre ces mots a fait battre mon cœur plus fort et a renforcé ma détermination à partager cette histoire avec vous. Je suis […]
“Ovuni” or Ecological Bomb
Rural communities show great resilience and dynamism, enabling them to make the most of their local resources for their well-being. Take the example of a building material like clay. It is readily available and free. Most buildings are constructed from fired clay bricks. What’s more, it’s a business that creates jobs. I found it fascinating […]
We Will Stand Together!
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 me the safety and comfort of a home. In this first month, my host family and I decided to make […]
“Empowering Communities: A CorpsAfrica Volunteer’s Journey”
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 adaptability. As a famous American comedian and actress Gilda Radner once said “Life is about not knowing, having to change, […]
Embracing Resilience: My Journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer
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 project design and resource mobilization, I confronted unexpected challenges. Despite pouring my heart and soul into mobilizing community members for […]
The New Times: CorpsAfrica’s Volunteers’ Community-Led Projects Seek Scale-Up Financing
Written by Michel Nkuruniza “Over 76 youth and rural communities’ small projects initiated by CorpsAfrica youth volunteers are seeking scale-up financing from local stakeholders, potential donors, financiers, the private sector, and the community. Scale-up financing is a critical aspect of business growth, providing the necessary capital to fuel expansion and propel a company to the […]