Rwanda

Where Strangers Became Family

It all began on a quiet Sunday morning, just like any other, except this one was filled with emotion. Some volunteers were crying, others were talking softly, and...

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A Journey of Love, Belonging, and Transformation in Kamatongo

I never expected that a single phone call could change my heart so deeply. When I learned that my service was extended in Kamatongo, I felt an overwhelming...

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The Karate Lesson That Changed My CorpsAfrica Journey

I never planned to do karate. In fact, choosing a club during Pre-Service Training felt harder than I expected. During CorpsAfrica Pre-Service Training, we volunteers were introduced to...

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Building Connections Through Joy in Ruhanga Community

As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer working in Rulindo District, Bushoki Sector, Ruhanga Village, my experience has been an extraordinary journey that revealed the beautiful spirit of the Rwandan community....

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Going Back in Time, From Pixels to People

September 7, 2025. The date is etched in my memory like a carving in stone. That afternoon, at 1:30 PM, I arrived in Nyanza District with my fellow...

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Answering the Call to Serve

My journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer began on May 1st, 2025, when I discovered the application link. After carefully reviewing the requirements, I applied with hope and determination....

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My Tree, My Life

One day I understanding what a tree truly is? It was 0ne early morning in Nyagatama Village filled with warm sunshine mixed with a gentle breeze. As I...

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If You Can Dream It, You Can Have It

On the 7th of September 2025, I left Kigali with my fellow volunteers after completing our pre-service training at Amakuza Resort. The morning was calm, but everyone’s heart...

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My First Time Living in the Ghetto

When I first heard I would be living in the ghetto, my heart raced with anxiety. I had never been in such an environment before, and I didn’t...

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A Simple Encounter That Changed Me

I set out that day without a clear plan, simply walking through the hills, hoping to breathe, reflect, and find a little peace. I never imagined that such...

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