Months ago, I was selected to be a CorpsAfrica trainee, where I received training on community-led development approaches, including Human-Centered Design (HCD) and Asset-Based...
Christ being born in Bethlehem wasn’t a reason enough to leave my site this time, I couldn’t afford an air ticket to witness this...
At CorpsAfrica, transformation begins at the grassroots — led by young African changemakers dedicated to driving sustainable development in their communities. Two such remarkable...
In every community, there are unsung heroes who serve to make a difference in the lives of others. Volunteers like me play a crucial...
During my time as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Kyuso, Kitui County, I saw firsthand the challenges faced by persons with disabilities (PWDs)—particularly their limited...
It was a dark, rainy night in a quiet village, the only kind of sounds were raindrops drumming against tin roofs and the distant...
When I first set foot in this serene Volta community as a CorpsAfrica volunteer, I felt like a fish out of water. But now,...
An Open Heart On 1 October 2024, I was deployed to Nguèr, a small village of 300 inhabitants in the commune of Médina Sabakh...
Christmas is often seen as a time for family gatherings, festive meals, and cheerful celebrations, and it is a holiday that carries deep significance...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Cecile Niyimenya (a Rwandan Exchange Volunteer serving in Morocco) It all started when I knew that I was deployed...
Ethiopia Volunteer Stories coming soon!
It has been two months since I joined my community. This time has largely been about bonding with community members by learning from and...
Instinct whispered that I needed to step out of my comfort zone and resolve to lead a life worth remembering. I decided to follow...
In a quiet village, under the early morning sun, I found myself among green fields and vibrant crops, hand in hand with community members,...
Volunteering has always sparked something deep within me—an unquenchable energy, a fire that drives me to give back and make a difference. This passion...
The day of deployment came faster than I could have imagined, like the blink of an eye. I still couldn’t confidently pronounce the name...
Arriving in Kpeve Tornu as a CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer marked the beginning of an incredible journey of community engagement and growth. Located in Ghana’s Volta...
Save Point: Starting My Journey In the world of Goviefe-Dudome, my house is my “save point”—a place to rest, reset, and prepare for each...
True warmth indeed trivializes “discomfort.” I entered the community expecting a bit of hardship and the need for adaptability, but I was still taken...
As an advocate for Human-Centered Design, it can sometimes be challenging to determine whether the efforts made in promoting this message are having an...
During my time in the Kpale-Ga community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I experienced firsthand the transformative power of conversation. Engaging with the community through...
On a windy day, the wind will blow and the anus of the chicken will be exposed 😂. Monday Evening was the Day I...
The world has indeed changed and nowhere is this more evident than in the way we celebrate Christmas today. I often find myself reminiscing...
Apples are still my favorite fruit since they’re crispy, not sour, and not sweet. The most significant lesson I took away from my kindergarten...
Let’s quickly go back to Chemistry class. Remember how catalysts work? Don’t worry—I’m not here to make you feel like you should have paid...
As a CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteer from Rwanda in Endao village, Baringo County, Kenya, I had the opportunity to work alongside the Namkaa Women Group,...
As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer serving in Eregi, Kenya, facilitating committee meetings has become a cornerstone of my work. These gatherings are more than discussions—they...
Not a single day had I ever imagined being called Mwalimu. Perhaps it’s because of the roles I’ve played in my community so far,...
It was a Sunday evening, and I had just wrapped up my daily activities within the community. The day hadn’t gone as planned—it was...
Preparing for the Community Asset Mapping Day in Eregi was both a challenging and rewarding experience for me. Mobilizing the community required clear communication,...
Before November, the Turima location In Tharaka-Nithi County was locked in a season of waiting. Conversations at that time revolved around the delayed rains....
Having gone through the integration and project identification phases, we are currently implementing my community’s primary project. As I look back and reflect on...
The clock is ticking, and my service is almost complete. As I approach the end of my tenure, I find myself pondering: What have...
April has been a month filled with remarkable experiences, blending adventure, education, and profound insights. Collaborating with individuals whose primary language differs from mine...
When I look back to the day I got deployed to my site, I feel proud of myself because I did not think I...
“The deepest craving of the human spirit is to find a sense of significance and relevance.” – Dr. Myles Munroe. At its core, a...
My service as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Kanyerere VDC would not have begun as wonderfully as it did and I am mostly thankful for...
After being in the community for almost seven months, it is now time to focus on the project implementation phase. This is a crucial...
In the tapestry of our lives, certain moments stand out as vibrant threads, weaving themselves into the fabric of our memories. These are the...
In the Tambala community, where illiteracy among women and early marriages are prevalent, most women are engaged in farming and small-scale businesses like baking...
Rural communities show great resilience and dynamism, enabling them to make the most of their local resources for their well-being. Take the example of...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Fatima Zahra Souhal Hello dear readers and my fellows! I hope my blog finds you very well. First of...
Produced by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Exchange Volunteer Mr. Mostafa Aarab Essalai Putting together a female empowerment camp for 190 girls certainly is no walk in the...
Produced by CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteers Mr. Mostafa Essalai and Mr. Mouhiddine Hamma CorpsAfrica has so many supporters from all around the world. These individuals...
Produced by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Exchange Volunteer Mr. Mostafa Essalai CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteers are busy in their communities learning a new language, implementing projects, making friends,...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Exchange Volunteer Mr. Mostafa Essalai Most of the time we see the life of people change from casual to celebrity in...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Exchange Volunteer Mr. Mostafa Essalai After I knew that I had been accepted to be a CorpsAfrica Volunteer most of my...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Exchange Volunteer Mr. Mostafa Essalai “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” -Gandhi...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Souad Laghssais I first experienced CorpsAfrica/Maroc through pre-service training, to know more about CorpsAfrica and its mission and to...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Senegal Exchange Volunteer Mr. Adnane Sounni Nowadays many philanthropists and people interested in the development discuss how raising chicken can be a...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Hafssa Ait Tabamoute People on my site “Tiouchi” had a very busy and outstanding summer time. It was a...
As I woke up on the morning of September 26th, I could already feel the excitement buzzing through me. Staying at Amakuza Resort in...
You may wonder how stepping away from your comfort zone feels like…It just tastes like a muffin cake if there is passion and you...
“Qui aurait cru (sourire) qu’un jour les jeunes des deux quartiers entretiendraient des relations de fraternité et de solidarité ? CorpsAfrica mérite tout notre...
Ibrahima Diop, volontaire de CORPSAFRICA/Sénégal, est affecté à Thiasky, une communauté au cœur de Dandé Mayo à Matam. Dandé Mayo, une localité profondément imprégnée...
Dans le silence accablant de ma première nuit à Sass Mack, un village sérère inconnu, j’ai ressenti l’écho de l’incertitude et de la peur...
Après une semaine d’immersion dans le cadre de mon service volontaire à CorpsAfrica Sénégal, je ressens le besoin de partager mon incroyable aventure dans...
“Malicounda Sérère”, c’est ma terre, vieille d’environ trois siècles. Elle a été fondée lors des premières migrations serères de la vallée de la rivière...
Fondé en 1662 par Guédio Pall Diouf, Mbouma trône fièrement au cœur de la ville de Fatick, dans la commune de Mbellacadio. Sa renommée...
TAIF est situé dans le district de Medina Sabakh, précisément dans la commune de Ngayenne, département de Nioro du Rip. Elle a été fondée...
Impressionnée par la richesse de la culture locale, la solidarité, l’entraide des membres de la communauté ainsi que la beauté et la diversité des...
Écrit par M. Makhtar Seck, volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Sénégal Au cœur de terres fertiles, où le soleil danse sur les champs et le vent chante...
Écrit par M. Ibrahima Sadio Ba, volontaire de CorpsAfrica/Sénégal Bonjour à tous, je m’appelle Ibrahima Sadio BA, je suis bénévole à CorpsAfrica, je fais...
South Africa Volunteer Stories coming soon!
My name is Magombe Muzamiru a CorpsAfrica/Uganda Volunteer stationed in Buleega village in Buikwe district. My volunteering journey started from Pre-service Training to the...
Three months ago, I embarked on a journey as a CorpsAfrica/Uganda Volunteer that would take me far from the familiar comforts of home and...
In the rural village of Jjalamba, Mpigi district, Uganda, a remarkable transformation has started to take place. CorpsAfrica/Uganda, through its Community-Led Development, Asset-Based Community...
“Take the first step and start, the rest will follow suit…” It sounds very cliché, but I didn’t believe in this statement until I...
In the heart of Buwere village, a rural community in the Mpigi district, my past three months as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer have been filled...
Being a community Volunteer is a journey filled with selflessness, compassion, and the joy of making a positive impact on the lives of others....
Introduction Did you know that in many communities across the globe, unemployment rates soar above 20%, leaving countless families struggling to make ends meet?...
It all started when I arrived in the vibrant community of Nakaseeta A and B in Lyantonde District, Uganda. From day one, I was...