From Dream to Reality: My meaningful journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer
The first day I arrived in the community (SouthWest Ethiopia, Shishinde (Keffa) District, Wana Bolla Kebele) as a CorpsAfrica/Ethiopia Volunteer, I was filled with a mixture of excitement and nervousness. To my delight, my host father was waiting for my arrival. I had already spoken to my host father before boarding the bus, and the […]
In My Gallery
As I scrolled through my phone gallery one evening, something struck me deeply. Picture after picture, I didn’t just see images; I saw stories, smiles, sweat, and transformation. My gallery is no longer filled with selfies or scenery. It has become a living archive of my service and my community’s journey. There are kitchen gardens […]
Doing It Again: From Malawi to Kenya
As I joined CorpsAfrica Kenya as an exchange volunteer, I often wondered what it would feel like to go through the entire volunteering process again, including Pre-Service Training. Would it feel repetitive going through the same lessons? Would I simply be reliving my first experience in Malawi? The questions lingered, mixed with a quiet fear […]
Building More Than Bricks
When I first received my deployment notice from CorpsAfrica/Rwanda to serve as a Volunteer in the Save Sector of Gisagara District, I was filled with fear and uncertainty. I remember the tears in my eyes as I packed my bags, wondering how I would adapt to a completely new community, far from everything familiar. Questions […]
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 […]
A Festive Christmas in Chanyoli Community
Christmas in Chanyoli is a celebration like no other, filled with vibrant energy and unforgettable moments. The day began with a flurry of activity as people dressed up in their best attire, music echoed throughout the community, and the streets came alive with excitement. Children, adorned in beautiful new dresses, laughed and played, adding to […]
Youth-Led Change Takes Root in Museke
The afternoon of July 27, 2025, marked the beginning of a new chapter not just for me, but for the youth of Museke Village. With a notebook in hand and purpose in my heart, I set out to connect with young people in my village, to form a savings group rooted in sustainable development. This […]
Embracing Community Integrations
Every journey has its challenges, and each challenge tells a story shaped by a different perspective. CorpsAfrica embraces this idea by placing volunteer trainees in underserved rural communities, allowing them to understand the lives, challenges, and strengths of local people. When the Volunteers arrived, they felt a mix of excitement and nerves as they adapted […]
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 […]
Peace Corps and CorpsAfrica: catalyzing change side by side
Written by PEACE CORPS | When Liz Fanning was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Morocco, she met many Moroccans who asked her about volunteering with the Peace Corps and wondered aloud if they could also serve. This idea—that motivated people across Africa had the skills and desire to give back—eventually grew into CorpsAfrica, a service […]