Are you a new or aspiring graduate, or someone considering a shift in your career, or want to acquire new skills, or someone looking for a unique travel experience –  and maybe thinking of volunteering abroad this year? With the recent unfolding of events due to the pandemic which greatly affected the whole world, indeed it’s high time for one to pursue his altruistic desires and unlock the boundless opportunities to do good to Earth and humankind. Seize the moment to help, find your life’s purpose, and the sense of fulfillment. Have a global reach. Volunteer abroad! Such an enriching ..read more

African Impact & Home from Home Children, Khayelitsha Thuleni Dyushu, Project Coordinator in Cape Town was an essential part of establishing this partnership with Home from Home. Over the years, Thuleni’s dedication to this incredible initiative has been nothing short of admirable. Here is the story of how this partnership was formed and how it has developed, told by Thuleni himself.  How it all began African Impact and Home from Home formed a partnership in 2014. The partnership was for African Impact to facilitate an after-school programme that would focus on numeracy ..read more

9 Benefits of Volunteering Abroad Development Initiatives estimates that 9% of the world lived in poverty in 2021. Coincidentally, many of the worst-affected countries abound in natural beauty and possess vast natural resources. Tragically, volatile political landscapes, geographical and climate factors, and disease have prevented these nations from flourishing. On the upside, volunteering abroad can help tip the scales, and provides much needed relief and resources to the local communities. Whether you’re fresh out of university, taking time off, or keen to explore a new path, you can play ..read more

Unexpected Enthusiasm From a Wildlife Photographer Volunteer! Our Wildlife Photography & Conservation Project in the Greater Kruger Area provides the unique opportunity to witness the iconic African Big 5, while developing valuable skills in capturing their beauty through the lens. However, it's not just the Big 5 that provide exceptional photographic opportunities; as volunteer, Fredy experienced while on project!  The Dream Destination for Wildlife Photography I have arrived in the destination where my dream of wildlife photography is comin ..read more

I can honestly say I have never been prouder of him. It is hard to put in to words how thrilled and in awe he sounded of the things he was seeing and experiencing. This was not a holiday, but so much more than that. It blew him and us away. Liam was 16 and in a rut. Teenage apathy, indecision, irritability! He’d also been through a difficult time that wasn’t his fault: this had all added to a loss of confidence and motivation. When he started to talk about a holiday, we were quick to tell him that we weren’t going to be paying for him to go to Tenerife to sit on a beach with his mates. But he ..read more

Gap Year Goals: See the World, Have Fun, Make a Difference. volunteers in Africa enjoying a trip to Blyde river canyon   If you’ve recently finished school and are contemplating what to do with your life, taking a year out of academia could be the perfect opportunity to discover what you’re really passionate about! Volunteering abroad gives you an opportunity to learn more about your intended career paths and get practical experience in an entirely new setting. If you’re thinking about spending some of your gap year as a volunteer in Africa it’s a great decision for multiple reasons. You ..read more

Maasai Mara - Africa’s Wildlife Homeland & Conservation Hub Nestled on the coast of East Africa, Kenya represents the fantasy of Africa, in its idealistic form.  Stunning images and ideas of Africa are usually depicted from one of Disney’s most loved movies, “The Lion King.” Kenya was in fact the inspiration behind this and recognized as the rightful home of African wildlife; where those ‘only in Africa’ sights and experiences are part of everyday life and are guaranteed to amaze you beyond your wildest expectations.  With the ever-changing restrictions around travel, Kenya i ..read more

Travelling During Covid - My Experience Last month, I made the journey back to Zimbabwe from London. This is my second time of making this journey back since the pandemic started. The first time was in October 2020, just after the Zimbabwe and Southern Africa’s international borders had reopened. The experience a year ago was very different to the usual way of travel. Airports were much quieter; flights were much emptier and the general admin around travel was almost overwhelming. One year on, this couldn’t be much more different! As part of my route, I transited through some of the busiest ..read more

Our Wildlife Rehabilitation: Rescue and Release volunteer project is situated at Umoya Khulula Wildlife Centre in a small town called Tzaneen, in South Africa. Co-owner, Emma, tells us how the centre came about. My name is Emma De Jager and I am one of the co-owners of Umoya Khulula Wildlife Centre. I was born and raised in the UK just outside London, but I knew from an early age that working with animals was what I wanted to do in the world. When I was little we were that house on the street that people would bring in injured birds or mammals to help. So really I have been working with ani ..read more

We recently checked in with Noelle Hamoen, one of our incredible wildlife photography volunteers who joined us in the Greater Kruger Area, about her experience with African Impact. If you are curious to learn more about what the day-to-day life of a wildlife photography volunteer is like and all the unique experiences to expect volunteering in Africa, we encourage you to read on!  Hey Noelle! Thanks for sharing your experience with us. How many times have you joined African Impact?  I have joined African Impact twice. Both times I stayed with African Impact in the Greater Kruger ..read more