Rwanda

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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No Child Is Too Late to Learn

When I arrived in my village, I met an eleven-year-old boy named Nizeyimana Thierry whose situation deeply concerned the community. Thierry had been out of school for seven...

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More Than Serving

As I reflect on my second year of service, I feel deeply grateful to be part of CorpsAfrica once again and for the opportunity to make a real...

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Two Weeks of Laughter, Learning, and Community

The morning sun peeked through the windows, bringing with it a sense of excitement I hadn’t felt in a long time. Today marked my first full day living...

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Seeds of change, cultivating nutrition, self-reliance and hope

A few months ago, many households in Akagarama village, Buvumu Cell, Mukura sector in Huye District faced daily challenges in accessing fresh and nutritious food. Limited income, small...

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Perseverance Leads to Success

My journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer taught me a lesson that I carry in my heart every day. Perseverance can transform doubt into hope. When I began looking...

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The Power of a Simple Greeting in the Community

Entering a community for the first time felt like opening a new book. Every page held unfamiliar faces, new stories, and valuable lessons waiting to be discovered. My...

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Finding Home Beyond Blood

I still remember the day clearly when I walked into a home where no one knew my name, my story, or my past. My heart was full of...

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The Story Behind the Single Mother Initiative

When I joined CorpsAfrica, I carried a simple but powerful belief: true development happens when people are given the space to lead their own change. That belief became...

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