While governments and international organizations seek to solve some of the most pressing human challenges in several African countries, the contribution of the average African in volunteering their time to assist those in need is vital. Volunteering promotes community spirit and pushes social and economic growth throughout the continent.
“As a nation with a young population, the high ranking on volunteering and the willingness to help a stranger is a positive indicator of the “utu” spirit which signifies humanity. Kenyans’ actions around donating money also indicate how important it is to help with what one has,” the report reads.
Volunteering fosters a sense of solidarity and belonging in communities. When people work together to achieve a shared goal, such as building a school, organizing a health camp, or mentoring young people, they improve their community’s social fabric.
This joint effort not only assists people in immediate need, but it also fosters a culture of collaboration and mutual support that will be carried down to future generations.
The concept of “Ubuntu”; an ancient African word meaning ‘humanity to others, also cuts across other African countries, the belief in a universal bond of sharing that connects all humanity, is deeply ingrained. Volunteering is a manifestation of this principle, embodying the idea that one’s well-being is tied to the well-being of others.
With that said, here are the top 10 African countries with the most people who volunteer their time, according to the report by the CAF.
Top 10 African countries with the most people who volunteer their time
| Rank | Country | Volunteered (% of adults) |
|---|---|---|
|
1. |
Liberia |
65% |
|
2. |
Kenya |
51% |
|
3. |
Sierra Leone |
42% |
|
4. |
Madagascar |
41% |
|
5. |
Chad |
38% |
|
6. |
Guinea |
38% |
|
7. |
Nigeria |
37% |
|
8. |
Uganda |
36% |
|
9. |
Ghana |
34% |
|
10. |
Mauritania |
34% |
