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Seven weeks ago, I arrived in my host community full of excitement, curiosity, and a touch of nervousness. I didn’t know the routines, and every face was new....
My journey with CorpsAfrica Rwanda started on May 15, 2025, when I submitted my application to become a volunteer. I didn’t know what the future held, but I...
Have you ever scheduled a meeting and no one turned up? How did that make you feel? Disappointed, perhaps, or even discouraged? As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer serving in...
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)
Ethiopia Volunteer Stories coming soon!
My first month as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Bogupalgu, nestled in the Kumbungu district of Ghana’s Northern Region, has been a journey of discovery, both personal and communal....
After completing secondary school and attending a one-week transition program organized by MCF/Camfed, I was introduced to the concept of giving back to society. This lesson stayed with...
Starting this journey with CorpsAfrica, I didn’t fully know what to expect. As I prepared to leave for my new community, I felt a mix of anticipation and...
One of my favorite experiences during my first month in the community was chatting with curious kids. When they learned I was from Kenya, they asked if I...
Arriving in my new community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I was not ready for the surprise that awaited me. It was a quiet place, far from the busy...
In the heart of a verdure valley lies a rural community that flourishes on simplicity and strong relationships. The lush fields ripple like a green sea, dotted with...
One of the hardest humility pills I had to swallow was recognizing that not everyone would immediately embrace you or your ideas. In communities, especially those that have...
From the moment I arrived in Ghana, it was the smiles that stood out to me. Genuine, warm, and ever-present, they greeted me like old friends. It didn’t...
Reflecting on my transformative journey with CorpsAfrica, the past two and a half months since my deployment have been marked by significant milestones, deep learning, and challenges. Post-deployment,...
The role of women in many Ghanaian societies has often been limited. This unfortunate trend is prevalent to the extent that it’s viewed as a norm, especially in...
Often, we tell ourselves that navigating life without expectations is the key to avoiding disappointment. Yet, no one mentions the moments when we don’t even realize we have...
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 historic event in Israel....
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 mobility, which prevented them...
Christmas is often seen as a time for family gatherings, festive meals, and cheerful celebrations, and it is a holiday that carries deep significance for people of all...
What does Christmas feel like when the world slows down? As 2024 winds down, I find myself on a quiet day in rural Meru, surrounded by lush banana...
When I first arrived in the Kamwathu Sub location in October 2024, the scene was bleak—dry, parched land, water scarcity, and struggling crops. The community was burdened by...
As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, one of my most transformative experiences was attending a recent In-Service Training with my fellow volunteers and their counterparts. This training wasn’t just a...
For years, the people of Kereria struggled with severe water shortages. Their primary source, River Thanantu, dried up during the dry season, leaving over 1,000 residents, including 128...
The Tharaka people in Kitui dwell between the Nithi highlands and across the River Tana. An intriguing community with a distinct musical and culinary style. “Ngima” is what...
One thing about moving into a new place or community is that everyone easily notices you and seems to know who you are since you are the new...
When I first learned that I would be relocating to Nkhotakota, my excitement was quickly overshadowed by a wave of fear. The thought of living away from my...
The past two months have been very eventful. As the days keep rushing by, the service is drawing closer to an end. I find myself reflecting on these...
Karonga, a sun-scorched district in northern Malawi, had been brought to its knees by months of merciless heat. The December rains had briefly awakened hope as farmers rushed...
Growing up in town, my experience with rural life was limited to occasional visits to my grandparents. Being a CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer, I am now immersed in the rural...
It was a beautiful rainy morning, and I was hesitant to get out of bed to prepare for school, where I volunteered as a teacher for Standard Six....
As a Corps/Africa Malawi Volunteer serving in Dowa, I have had the opportunity to immerse myself in the local culture and the way of living of my community....
As a CorpsAfrica Exchange Volunteer serving in Malawi, I have had the privilege of collaborating with a local school to introduce innovative recycling initiatives. These projects not only...
When I first stepped into my role as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I had a clear vision to make a tangible impact in my community in Mulanje district. I...
I have always hated carrying things on my head, whether a bag or a basin. The thought alone made me uncomfortable. It always looked painful, and I could...
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...
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 a specific domain. Some...
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 family, close friends, and...
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 I like this quote...
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 solution for people who...
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 very special part of...
Written by CorpsAfrica Volunteers Ms. Ndeye Awa Gueye (Senegal), Mr. Lahcen Chanchaf (Morocco), and Mr. Emas Potolani (Malawi) Hello Dear Readers, This is our first cross-country blog done...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Lahcen Chanchaf The story begins when I first arrived in Azzaden Valley in the High Atlas Mountains. People are kindhearted and so delightful...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Ms. Hafssa Ait Tabamoute During the first two days after moving to my site, “Tiwichi,” I participated in putting the last touches on a...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Maroc Volunteer Mr. Lahcen Chanchaf Dear readers welcome to my first blog as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer. In this blog, I will mainly focus on what I...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Exchange Volunteer Ms. Soukaina Bouihi FOMO (friends of Mulanje orphans), our partner organization in our site Mulanje, has started many income-generating projects to self-sustain and...
On August 12, 2024, I began my journey as a volunteer with CorpsAfrica, and that moment marked the beginning of a profound learning experience about life. It was...
Nothing satisfying like serving the nation through volunteerism. September 26, 2024, was a day that stood out from all others during my time with CorpsAfrica. It was the...
On September 26, 2024, I began my journey as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Kamatongo village, located in Kinzuzi Sector, Rulindo District. My experience here has been both challenging...
My journey with CorpsAfrica/Rwanda began in May when a friend shared the application link for Cohort 6, I explored the qualifications and researched for more information, and after...
Some decisions are worth taking, even if they seem confusing at first. Experiencing reality often provides the clarity needed to truly understand what to do. On August 11th,...
Once upon a time in June, I stumbled upon a link to apply for CorpsAfrica while browsing the internet. Without a moment’s hesitation, I submitted my application. By...
As I sit here in Rusasa Village, looking back and reflecting on my journey with CorpsAfrica, I am filled with joy. My experience as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer has...
Extreme poverty is not only about the absence of resources. It’s a mental trap that reinforces the cycle of deprivation. While many development programs focus on providing aid...
Becoming a Volunteer is not just a job—it’s a calling. For me, this journey began unexpectedly, yet it has been one of the most transformative experiences of my...
The first day I arrived in the community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I was filled with a mixture of excitement and nervousness. The road to Rulindo was familiar...
Upon my arrival in the community, I was welcomed by my host family. After that in the first week, I did different activities with the support of my...
Le 29 Octobre j’ai été déployée en tant que Volontaire de CorpsAfrica /Sénégal dans un village nommé Keur Mamour Seck et ceci pour un service de 10 mois....
As I stepped out of my house in Malawi with my heavy luggage and muffled my footsteps into the car and took my seat. The vehicle steadily started...
I had lived a quite sheltered life and had never been away from my home country of Kenya. Getting the opportunity to become an exchange volunteer in Senegal...
I had my doubts—how would I manage being away from my family and friends for a whole year? Would I be able to adapt to a new culture,...
“Qui aurait cru (sourire) qu’un jour les jeunes des deux quartiers entretiendraient des relations de fraternité et de solidarité ? CorpsAfrica mérite tout notre respect”, déclare un membre...
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 par les eaux du...
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 résonner dans chaque recoin...
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 le paisible village de...
“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 à la recherche de...
South Africa Volunteer Stories coming soon!
In the heart of Buwere village, a rural community in the Mpigi district, my past three months as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer have been filled with meaningful activities aimed...
Being a community Volunteer is a journey filled with selflessness, compassion, and the joy of making a positive impact on the lives of others. In this blog, I...
Introduction Did you know that in many communities across the globe, unemployment rates soar above 20%, leaving countless families struggling to make ends meet? Yet, amidst these challenges...
It all started when I arrived in the vibrant community of Nakaseeta A and B in Lyantonde District, Uganda. From day one, I was greeted with warmth and...
