The Beginning of My Transformative Journey
On September 25, 2024, after completing training with my colleagues who were also selected to join the incredible CorpsAfrica family, I officially became a Volunteer after taking an oath. I felt a mix of excitement and anxiety about applying what I had learned during training. However, I recognized it as a significant opportunity, as the […]
Two Weeks of Connection: My Journey into Community Life
My name is MUKUNDE Lys Gabrielle I want to share my journey into community life; Two months ago, I began my journey with CorpsAfrica/Rwanda as a trainee. Upon arriving at the training site, I met fellow university graduates who were also there to become CorpsAfrica Volunteers. Our training period was incredible; we had the opportunity […]
The Genesis of the Journey: The CorpsAfrica Manifesto!
Instinct whispered that I needed to step out of my comfort zone and resolve to lead a life worth remembering. I decided to follow the enthusiasm sparked within me and explore. I discovered a passion for volunteerism, service to humanity, and causing meaningful change in the lives of less advantaged people. This led to the […]
From Struggle to Triumph: My Journey of Community Integration in Musega Village
As I woke up on the morning of September 26th, I could already feel the excitement buzzing through me. Staying at Amakuza Resort in Kanyinya, I carefully packed my bags, enjoyed breakfast, and eagerly awaited the cars that would take us to our host families. Little did I know that my first few days in […]
Adventure of Deployment: My Journey to the Western Side of Kenya
Deployment day as a CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer, what an adventure! At 24 years old I realized I had never set foot on the western side of Kenya. That was about to change. My journey began on Saturday the 28th of September when I travelled from Kisii to Nakuru. The next phase kicked off with a bus […]
A New Chapter Begins: Finding My Way in My Community
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 of my new community. It’s funny—being a Dagomba native, I found myself questioning whether the name was the same as the calabash we use to serve beloved TZ in Ghanaian homes […]
The Beginning of What Could Be a Lifelong Impact
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 Region, Kpeve Tornu is a vibrant community with deep cultural roots and a breathtaking natural landscape, including the serene River Danyi meandering through beautiful mountains. As I began my integration, I […]
Leveling Up in Goviefe-Dudome: My CorpsAfrica Quest
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 new day of exploration. Unlike a traditional setup, I don’t have a host family here, making my journey feel a bit like a solo-player game. Each morning, I check my “health […]
Passion on a Single Bed: Chronicles of the African Volunteer
True warmth indeed trivializes “discomfort.” I entered the community expecting a bit of hardship and the need for adaptability, but I was still taken aback by my accommodations. I thought that was the worst of it—until I found out I’d be using a public toilet. “I can adapt,” I told myself. But the first time […]
I am an Exchange Volunteer and I like it!
I am an Exchange Volunteer and I like it. My name is Alexis Irandukunda an Exchange Volunteer with CorpsAfrica/Uganda. Born and raised in Rwanda, I graduated from the Catholic University of Rwanda. In 2023, I applied to be a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Rwanda. I became a Volunteer and enrolled for the amazing Pre-Service Training (PST). […]