Volunteer in Africa, Community Volunteering & Work Programs in Africa

For over a decade, Cross-Cultural Solutions has supported thousands of volunteers in Africa on programs in Ghana, Morocco, South Africa, and Tanzania. CCS volunteers work side-by-side with local people in community organizations focused on supporting social services, education, and health initiatives.

Discover one of the world's most diverse continents and see firsthand the challenges it faces and how you can make a positive impact with CCS.

Countries in Africa

Ghana

As a volunteer in Ghana with CCS, you will gain unparalleled access to a country rich with the traditions of West African culture and diverse in population and landscape. Once a main port within the Trans-Atlantic slave trade, Ghana has a complex history. Today, Ghana is gaining a new reputation for its commitment to peace, democracy, and friendship.

While the official language of Ghana is English, more than 70 different languages are spoken. The clan and tribal systems are an important part of the culture in Ghana, and many traditional chiefs operate parallel to the freely elected governmental body, the District Assembly.

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Morocco

Volunteer in Morocco with CCS, and learn about a very different side of Africa. Though this beautiful North African country is home to the Sahara Desert, it also boasts grassy coastal plains and majestic mountainous regions. Bordering the Mediterranean Sea, the Kingdom of Morocco is heavily influenced by its European neighbors and its position at the crossroads of several worlds — Arab, African, and Mediterranean. As a result, the people of Morocco embrace many different ethnic backgrounds. Morocco’s official language is Arabic, however French is also widely spoken, and considered the language of business.

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South Africa

South Africa provides volunteers with a unique opportunity to experience the culture and beauty of one of the most diverse nations in the world from the inside out. After a history of colonization and slavery, 50 years of apartheid, and generations of immigration from many countries, today's South Africans embrace people of European, Asian, African, and indigenous descent. The country now has 11 official languages, and is often described as a “melting pot” of cultures. However, the legacy of apartheid and its inequities continue to shape the current social landscape and culture. In addition, the socio-economic impacts of unemployment and HIV/AIDS add to South Africa’s complexity.

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Tanzania

As a volunteer in Tanzania with CCS, you'll gain access to some of Africa's greatest sights, including Mount Kilimanjaro and numerous national parks teeming with wildlife. You'll feel welcomed by the warmth of the Tanzanian people — including the Wamaasai, Wasukuma, Wachagga, and Wameru tribes — and their strong family values. From the people you volunteer with, to neighbors near the CCS Home-Base, you'll enjoy new friends, challenges, and perspectives on life in Tanzania.

Since operations began in 2003, over 2,000 CCS volunteers in Tanzania have supported under-resourced, community-led initiatives providing education, health, and social services to its residents. Tanzania receives the largest number of CCS volunteers each year.

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Volunteer in Africa

Explore a Continent of Contrasts while Volunteering in Africa

Countries in Africa

Ghana

Morocco

South Africa

Tanzania