My first deployment to Karonga came with excitement and many unanswered questions. Would I manage my responsibilities? Was I the right volunteer for my community? Would the language and cultural differences allow me to connect?...
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In Kununku, the ingredients we once overlooked and waste have been transformed into nutritious meals and into smiles that tell a story of hope and possibility. February in Kununku has been a month of deeper...
March arrived with the rhythm of rain. The community slowed down, turning its focus to gardens, planting with hope after last season’s drought. For me, activities were fewer, but each carried meaning. With Grace, we...
These words have stayed with me since the very first day I arrived in this beautiful community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer. From the moment I stepped into the village, I knew that this journey would...
There’s a lot of talk about “motivating.” Talks, speeches, encouragement. But from what I’ve seen in my community, motivation is not the main problem. Most people are already motivated. They want to improve their lives....
Upon first arrival into my community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I carried two suitcases and a heart full of purpose, but very few of the right words. Growing up far from Malawi, let alone rural...
“Community-led development is not about rushing, it is about building trust, relationships and confidence. Communities already hold the knowledge, our role is to listen, support and create space for them to lead.” My interest in...
In Eburenga, located in Kakamega County, Western Kenya, a transformative community training initiative was conducted aimed at strengthening women’s economic empowerment through practical skills development. The session brought together 80 women for hands-on training in...
When I first introduced the idea of monthly skills training in my community, the members of Massembeh responded with enthusiasm. As a CorpsAfrica volunteer my mission is to empower communities by facilitating sustainable development activities...
That question stayed with me throughout my time in Kachekula. Every day, I watched women wake up early, work hard, and do everything they could to support their families. They sold vegetables by the roadside,...
