From Accra to Addis: My Life Changing Journey as a CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteer in Ethiopia
The world often feels smaller and more connected than we imagine, and my current adventure is a testament to that. As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer from Ghana, I’ve traded the vibrant colors and familiar rhythms of home for a new chapter in the breathtaking landscapes and rich culture of Ethiopia, serving as an Exchange Volunteer with […]
My First Korité Meal Away from Home
As a blessing, it rained on Eid. Afterward, I went to the mosque to pray and fulfill my Muslim duties. Of course, since it was my first Korité away from home, I left a little early, not wanting to be late, especially since I didn’t know the exact prayer time. Before the prayer, the imam […]
My Gambian Home
When I first set foot in Jiffin Village, The Gambia, I wasn’t sure what to expect. As a CorpsAfrica exchange volunteer from Kenya, I knew my journey would be filled with learning, adaptation, and community engagement. But what I didn’t anticipate was how quickly the people of Jiffin would embrace me as one of their […]
From Land Disputes to Leadership
How I came from land disputes to leadership is a story worth telling from my service. When I first arrived in Keur Bamba Thiam- medina sabakh Senegal, I never imagined how deeply I would come to love the community. After the integration stage I was no longer a visitor from Uganda or even Volunteer, 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 […]
Hope In Every Handcraft, Pupils Transform Trash Into Triumph
As a CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteer serving in Malawi, I have had the privilege of collaborating with a local school to introduce innovative recycling initiatives. These projects not only address environmental concerns but also equip students with practical skills and support their educational aspirations. In partnership with pupils, we have embarked on crafting paper bags, door […]
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 […]
“I Have Done This Before” — The Danger of Complacency and the Power of Discovery
There is a certain comfort that comes with familiarity. Having served as a CorpsAfrica volunteer in my home country, Ghana, I thought I had it all figured out when I embarked on my current exchange service in Senegal. The thought “I’ve done this before” crept in, but as I settled into a different cultural setting, […]
Reflections to My Former Self
Dear Me, Wow. Look at you. I remember when you first started this journey full of dreams, a little scared and wondering whether you were ready to leave everything behind and step into the stranger community and country. You had passion “yes” but also questions. Would you connect with the community? Would you make a […]