Northern Region Ghana

Brighten The Corner You Are

‘Don’t judge a book by its cover.’ If you saw my thatch room from the road, you might think it’s just another hut. But open the creaky wooden door, and you’ll see that it’s not...

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Turning Soya Beans into Nutrition and Opportunity

When I began working closely with the communities of Kpalikori, I noticed something both promising and concerning. Soya beans were available and accessible, yet they were not fully utilized in household meals. Despite being highly...

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Building Income Through Collective Ideas in a Village Savings Group

Every Friday, I sit with the Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) group in my community as they meet to save, discuss, and support one another. Over time, our conversations began to move beyond savings....

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Rediscovering Traditional Building Methods

I stood quietly, watching as bare hands shaped the earth into walls. No cement. No blocks. No machines. Just soil, gravel, sand, and patience. In that moment, I realised I was witnessing a traditional method...

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She Chose to Rise…

Volunteering has a way of opening doors to stories you never expect to walk into. One ordinary afternoon, while returning from the local school where I volunteer to teach, I encountered a young woman whose...

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When Community Support Feels Distant

I have spent time reflecting on my journey as a CorpsAfrica volunteer in Northern Ghana, and the emotions that surface are not easy ones; frustration, disappointment, and a quiet sense of self-doubt. My community is...

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True Development Begins with Listening

Today, I witnessed something that reminded me of a major challenge in rural development. Thus, the sustainability of projects. Many times, well-intentioned NGOs and organizations arrive in rural communities with the desire to help. Their...

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When Good Intentions Miss the Mark

Over the past weeks, I have found myself reflecting deeply on my work in the community where I serve. What started as a simple effort to strengthen engagement has turned into a valuable lesson—one that...

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Community-Led Development in Action: Fihini’s Success Story

As I stepped into the vibrant community of Fihini, I was met with warm smiles and eager eyes. My mission for organizing the first meeting was to introduce myself as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer and explore...

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