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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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....
In the heart of Western Kenya, within the vibrant communities of Kakamega County, specifically Esumeiya and Eburenga, a powerful transformation is taking place. Under the leadership of Irakoze Solange, a CorpsAfrica Kenya Volunteer, a group...
I came to Ewamakhumbi as a CorpsAfrica/Kenya volunteer, not knowing just how much the village will change me. Coming from Kajiado County, a semi-arid place where the land is dry and dusty. I am shocked...
If someone had told me I would one day move into a rural village and serve as an Alangizi (CorpsAfrica Volunteer), I would have laughed. I never imagined leaving the comfort and buzz of the...
I remember the day clearly — August 17, 2025 — my birthday. It was the day I deployed to my assigned site as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer: Jimma Zone, Kersa Woreda, Balla Wajito Kebele. That morning,...
“Working with families transformed my service in ways I did not expect. It moved me from simply ‘doing work’ to truly living with people. I learned that impact is not created from a distance, but...
My service began in November 2025 in a village called Jele, Limpopo. As anyone would be, coming into a new environment and living with complete strangers, I was nervous. Although I was not far from...
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 difference in the lives of incredible people...
When I arrived in The Gambia as a CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteer, I thought I understood community work. I had already served in Morocco, worked with rural communities, and seen projects come to life. I came...
