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25th September 2025 marked the beginning of a beautiful journey; a new life in Tharaka-Nithi, located many kilometers from the capital city. This not only marked a new...
Every November Africa celebrates its most dynamic resource, its young people. But as we mark African Youth Month, I can’t help but reflect on what it truly means...
When I arrived in Korrop, I didn’t realize that the smallest moments would teach me the biggest lessons about belonging. children chasing a goat along a dusty path,...
I have spent time reflecting on my journey as a CorpsAfrica volunteer in Northern Ghana, and the emotions that surface are not easy ones; frustration, disappointment, and a...
Before the Intervention: Financial Dependence Alphonsine Nyinawumuntu, from Kigarama Village in Bukomeye Cell, lived in complete financial dependence on her husband. With no capital, business skills, or income-generating...
Water is life, but in many rural communities, it is also a daily struggle. As climate change alters rainfall patterns and seasons become less predictable, every drop counts...
CorpsAfrica/Malawi Human-Centered Design training. Produced by Volunteer Abdellah Azizi. February 2016. (06:22)
In the past, I often felt frustrated when I saw people living in poverty and saying that their struggles came simply because they had no money. I used...
As I reflect on my integration phase, I can’t help but feel overjoyed and warm-hearted by the way the community has embraced me. The opportunity to learn, connect,...
Today, I witnessed something that reminded me of a major challenge in rural development. Thus, the sustainability of projects. Many times, well-intentioned NGOs and organizations arrive in rural...
In the quiet village of Kercheche, located in the Wolaita Zone of southern Ethiopia, life flows at its own gentle pace. Here, time is shaped by tradition, community,...
Every road has its bumps, and each bump carries a story shaped by unique perspectives. We often hear the word “perspective,” but it truly represents one’s point of...
Ethiopia Volunteer Stories coming soon!
When I first arrived in Mali Kunda,I quickly noticed that language played a big role in their everyday life. People in the community spoke a language,the Fula language.This...
My first trip to my community in the Upper River Region (URR) of The Gambia took us two days. The journey from Greater Banjul Area, where I live,...
In a world where every day brings the chance to try something new, volunteerism has been my vision to growth, discovery, and unexpected adventure. At first, I thought...
It was onion transplanting time in my community, a time for hope and anticipation. But a major issue arose in the community where the community garden tanks weren’t...
Imagine moving to a new community where everyone knows your name within a short period of time. I step into a local shop, and as soon as I...
After a long and adventurous journey spanning a day and a half, I finally set foot in the serene community of Kosemar Tenda, nestled in Jimara, Upper River...
Since arriving in The Gambia, I’ve witnessed a beautiful way of life, one where community isn’t just a word, but a lived reality. Here, people treat each other...
I had been a month in the community as a Volunteer learning the ways of the community. It was an exciting adventurous pursuit because I was learning about...
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....
As I stepped into my host family’s home in the remote village of Naha, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of emotions. Born and raised in Kumasi,...
“Questions for the gods to answer.”Funny enough, this was what came to mind after asking myself the following questions: “Do I have to convert to Islam before I...
As part of my integration into the rural community where I currently volunteer, I recently facilitated a liquid soap production training for the women and young girls in...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer Mr. Victor Annani Togborlo It was an ineffable nostalgia when I entered the KG2 classroom. At the same time though, I couldn’t help feeling...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer Mr. Daniel Amoah (One Danny) Wait until I tell you why. After I had settled in my community, my home visits and community transient...
Jerone’s Journey: From Volunteer to CEO During his service as a CorpsAfrica/Ghana G2 Volunteer, Jerone was placed in a rural community in the Central Region, where he quickly...
There is a certain comfort that comes with familiarity. Having served as a CorpsAfrica volunteer in my home country, Ghana, I thought I had it all figured out...
In the heart of Ghana’s Northern Region, a quiet but determined leader found her voice and purpose, through service. Nimatu Abdul-Rahaman, a 2023/2024 CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer and now the...
Honestly, many people, including myself, believed I might be the first Volunteer to quit. But here I am, standing at the finish line. And I am so grateful...
As I joined CorpsAfrica Kenya as an exchange volunteer, I often wondered what it would feel like to go through the entire volunteering process again, including Pre-Service Training....
Some stories are not often shared, mainly because they come with heavy emotions and broken dreams, along with traumatic experiences that a person may have suffered. I am...
Being a Volunteer is a profound experience that often defies easy definition. My journey as a Volunteer has been fueled by a passion for working with marginalized populations...
When I arrived in Antuanuu Community in October 2024 as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I didn’t know a single person. I didn’t speak the language. I didn’t even know...
When I first arrived in Meru, I didn’t just come as a Volunteer—I came as a student of community, ready to learn. Armed with nothing more than a...
As the sun sets on my year of service in Eldume, Baringo County, I find myself lingering in the memories – not just of projects and milestones, but...
October 10 is World Mental Health Day, and as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, it’s got me thinking a lot about something we don’t often talk about enough in service...
As I reach the end of my service as an exchange volunteer with CorpsAfrica/Kenya, I look back on this chapter with deep emotion and gratitude. This journey has...
Having followed CorpsAfrica/Kenya for a while on social media, I was deeply impressed by their impactful work in empowering communities and driving development through the active participation of...
I had never imagined Christmas festivals away from my mother’s matrimony! The absence of familiar sights, football tournaments everywhere, and more importantly the sound of family laughter have...
There’s a saying that “home is where the heart is.” For me, I found a new kind of home ,one that’s as hot as the African sun, yet...
Sometimes in life, we stand between the familiar and the unknown and the choice we make in that moment can change everything. Leaving home is never easy. Leaving...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Ms. Deborah Kamanga Growing up, I heard the question: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” a million and one times!...
Being the firstborn in a family can put so much pressure on a person. Having your siblings look up to you, being the responsible one, and helping whenever...
Christmas in Chanyoli is a celebration like no other, filled with vibrant energy and unforgettable moments. The day began with a flurry of activity as people dressed up...
As a blessing, it rained on Eid. Afterward, I went to the mosque to pray and fulfill my Muslim duties. Of course, since it was my first Korité...
Community development is not just a process; it’s a vibrant journey fueled by collective effort. At the heart of this journey lies the community itself, a group of...
You’re a failure. You can’t lead people. You can’t even motivate them.” Those words weren’t whispered—they were hurled at me, loud and clear, by someone I once worked...
When I stepped into my community as a Volunteer, I was not only bringing my skills and knowledge, I was also bringing myself. Before I could aspire to...
With a background in nutrition and livelihoods, Martin Twesigye had already witnessed the power of community-led development. But he desired to work even more closely at the grassroots...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Hamza Aboubaigi Speaking Arabic and wearing modern clothing in front of 34 Berber men isn’t really the best way to leave a good...
As I embarked on my journey as a Volunteer with CorpsAfrica, I knew I was stepping into an adventure that would shape not only the lives of those...
It was a day that remains vividly in my memory—the day I reached my second home, CorpsAfrica/Maroc, filled with a rush of excitement. The moment I stepped off...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Lahcen Chanchaf Hello Dear Reader, During the last week of September, everyone is busy in Azzaden Valley. The same is true on my...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Mohamed Ouzammou September 8, 2023. During our pre-service training (PST) with CorpsAfrica in Marrakech, a big earthquake happened in the nearby Al-Haouz region,...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Soufiane Dayi What am I doing here… It’s freezing cold! What is voluntary work? What is the point of living for one year...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Aziza Himmad Autumn is a magical season in which everything can change. At my site, everything looks lovely and charming. From the bright...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Ayoub El Fadili A few days ago, I was approached by a man. “Are you a teacher?” he said. I responded “No, I...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Fatiha Tachakourt I always had this idea of working in the social field. In my last years of college, I started working as...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Aziza El Aazizi Lao Tzu once said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” From Dakhla Moroccan Sahara to...
When I began my journey as a CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteer, I knew I was stepping into something meaningful, but I never imagined how deeply it would shape both the...
As I scrolled through my phone gallery one evening, something struck me deeply. Picture after picture, I didn’t just see images; I saw stories, smiles, sweat, and transformation....
When I first received my deployment notice from CorpsAfrica/Rwanda to serve as a Volunteer in the Save Sector of Gisagara District, I was filled with fear and uncertainty....
When I first stepped into Mutakara Village, the air was filled with voices of young people who carried dreams far larger than the opportunities around them. In every...
“Muri kumva?” Are you hearing? “Murakora?” Are you working? These were some of the first greetings I heard in Kinigi. At first, I thought someone was checking if...
The very beginning of my stay with my host family in September 2025 gifted me two unforgettable moments that I will carry forever. I arrived around midday...
The afternoon of July 27, 2025, marked the beginning of a new chapter not just for me, but for the youth of Museke Village. With a notebook in...
As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Rwanda, I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the journey of rural community development. My mission focuses on engaging with communities to...
Written by Mr. Essaid Meria, a Moroccan Exchange Volunteer who served with CorpsAfrica/Rwanda. Strategies and programs aimed at achieving meaningful change in rural communities are often advocated by...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Rwanda Volunteers Mr. Jean Migambi and Mr. Alexandre Rurangwa Cyungo, Mukaka, and Kariha villages are remote areas in the Ngororero district where their populations’ daily activity...
Be the change you want to see in the world.” – Mahatma Gandhi Casamance: A Trip to the Heart of a Culture that Touches the Soul When I...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Senegal Volunteer Mr. Hameth Ndoye When I thought about going to my site in Cabrousse, Ziguinchor, I was afraid. I was afraid. I felt like I...
Interview with Mr. Pape Diagne by CorpsAfrica/Senegal Volunteers Mr. Boubacar Biro Diallo and Ms. Ndeye Awa Gueye This month, we went to visit the farming fields of Pape...
An Open Heart On 1 October 2024, I was deployed to Nguèr, a small village of 300 inhabitants in the commune of Médina Sabakh in the department of...
In July 2024, I embarked on my journey as an Exchange Volunteer from Uganda to Senegal. I was ready to embrace a new culture and serve a community...
As an economist-in-training focused on rural areas and a development actor, I am deeply concerned with rural development, sustainable agriculture, the proper management of natural resources, and the...
There is a certain comfort that comes with familiarity. Having served as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in my home country, Ghana, I thought I had it all figured out...
Driven by the desire to serve his country through community development, he stepped out of his comfort zone to learn and grow in the heart of Senegal. He...
You know in the movies (the cliche ones), where a girl finally leaves home, to probably go to college in a different state and be the independent woman...
SÉANCE DU MATIN Le matin, nous avons commencé par une activité de team building co-animée par Angeline Akimana et Gilbert Mbonimpa, puis avons reçu un email de la...
South Africa Volunteer Stories coming soon!
Facilitating the crafting futures, a handiwork and agricultural initiative at the Kavu Primary School was one of the key highlights of my service. The initiative played a key...
Trees for tomorrow. A common phrase yet one that calls for intentionality. With our collective efforts we can rebuild forests. Yet rebuilding forests is not just about planting...
Facilitating community-led climate action has been a key highlight in my service in Kitabazi village, Buikwe district. Recognised as a proper land use management strategy, agroforestry not only...
As we celebrate the International Day of the Girl, we showcase the contributions of the girl champions in promoting education and gender equality among girls in local communities....
“In one short year” was a reflection statement coined by Moses Cofie, the Regional Coordinator during the Close of Service for the 17 Volunteers in August 2024. As...
My Journey Begins… Being nicknamed “Owenva” to a “Hero” is one of the marks of my CorpsAfrica service in Buleega Village, Uganda. The journey between the two was...
As I complete my CorpsAfrica service in Lyantonde district Nakaseeta A and B villages, I have a sense of pride, gratitude, and accomplishment. The past nine months have...
Access to clean water has been a dream come true for residents in Buwere village, a testament to Community-Led Development. Home to over 1,800 residents, the daily struggle...
My transformation in the Kinoni community has been very significant to me. I have rich experiences engaging in community work and implementing various initiatives. This has increased my...
Nutrition has always been a passion of mine. As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I got the opportunity to facilitate the family-led MUAC (Mid-Upper Arm Circumference) approach as a new...
