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 me, and throughout my tertiary education, I found ways to contribute in small but meaningful ways to support younger ones. I joined the Camfed Alumni Association (CAMA), where we engaged in various philanthropic activities, including community outreaches, delivering educational modules in basic schools, transition training, and serving as learner guides.  

The impact of the Camfed/MCF scholarship on my life inspired my sense of giving back, sparking my interest in joining CorpsAfrica.  

In my two months as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I have spent much of my time engaging with children. I assist them with learning, accompany them to the farm, fetch water, and even play games when we have free time. I often find myself hurrying to finish my domestic chores just to have more time to join them in their activities.  

What amazes me most is the *benevolent* nature of these children. They are smart, resourceful, and kind. I constantly learn something new from them. One memorable moment was when we went to the bush to gather firewood. The children taught me how to identify plants suitable for firewood and which to avoid, saving me from accidentally disturbing a beehive! They even showed me how to tie my bundle of firewood in a way that made it easier to carry—a task I had been struggling with.  

This journey has taught me that giving back to society isn’t just about helping others; it’s about the fulfillment that comes from serving humanity, empowering young individuals, and learning from them in return.  

These children have become a source of inspiration, an antidote to my exhaustion, and my greatest stress relievers.