It’s so hard to get out of bed when it’s cold outside and warm inside your bed, and you know you have to wake up anyway. That’s how it feels to be a volunteer; you...
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When growing up, I always believed that learning was only confined to the institutionalised system of education, where I had to be within a classroom, study, write examinations, and graduate as the epitome of knowledge....
Service felt like a long walk through the heart of the community, sometimes with my colleagues by my side, sometimes alone, but always learning something new from the people around me. This month started with...
When I look back at the beginning of my CorpsAfrica journey, I see a young woman stepping into a completely different world. This world would challenge my definition of life, purpose, and community. Before my...
The morning had felt simple enough; the Chief’s farm buzzing with quiet conversations, the soft scrape of tools, and that calm village rhythm that almost makes you forget how hot it’s about to get. I...
This new year has already taught me a powerful lesson: when you work hard, stay committed, and serve with passion, the impact goes far beyond tasks and timelines. January reminded me that doing what you...
When I first arrived at my site, the sound of Tumbuka irritated my ears. It felt sharp, fast, and impossible to understand. I remember sitting quietly, overwhelmed, wondering how I would survive in a place...
The Attaya Marathon Begins In Kenya, “Let’s have tea” is a quick ten-minute affair. In Senegal, tea is not just a drink; it’s a lifestyle, a commitment, and honestly, a full-time occupation. The first time...
Volunteering with CorpsAfrica has been one of the most transformative experiences of my life. Coming from Ghana to serve in Malawi has opened my eyes to new ways of thinking, living, and connecting with communities....
When I first arrived in Belbur for my community-based training as part of my CorpsAfrica volunteership training program, I felt like I was stepping into another world. For two weeks, I traded my usual routine...
