Finding Home in Kojokrom
When the site postings were released, I was both nervous and excited to see where I would serve. The name Kojokrom sounded simple yet unfamiliar. On deployment day, as we turned off from the Komenda Sehwi junction and drove for about thirty minutes along a quiet, winding road, I couldn’t help wondering, “Where exactly are […]
Planting and Growing Connections
One Saturday morning, after finishing my household chores, I had no particular plans for the day. I sat quietly, wondering how to make good use of my time. That’s when I heard a neighbor calling out names, organizing people for a trip to the farm. Curious and excited, I saw it as a wonderful opportunity […]
Volunteer Voices: Ntombenhle Shoba and the Power of Ubuntu
Ntombenhle Nonhlakanipho Shoba, a G1 CorpsAfrica/South Africa Volunteer, grew up in a rural community where she developed a deep passion for supporting rural development. Her experiences as an outsider strengthened her belief in the spirit of Ubuntu, inspiring her to give back through volunteering. In this story, Ntombenhle shares how her journey with CorpsAfrica has […]