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Can commercial organisations provide the vital support the non-profit sector needs...

The Global Fund partner with Ecobank & AfID to build the capacity of national disease prevention programmes in Nigeria.

Life after Work: Out in the real world | An Economia Magazine Article

Our 500th volunteer speaks to Economia about retirement, travelling and accounting around the world with AfID.

Inspiring Women in International Development | Economia Magazine Article

Economia takes a look back at some of the inspirational women that AfID have been fortunate enough to work with.

Ecobank expands partnership with the Global Fund and AfID

Our partnership with Global Fund and Ecobank has been expanded to cover South Sudan where our volunteers are assisting the Ministry of Health alongside the UNDP.

ICAA Accountant Volunteers in Philippines: Azim’s Story

En route back to his hometown in Melbourne, Australia, Azim spent some time volunteering with international disabilities charity; Leonard Cheshire Disability. After doubting whether his skills would be of much use to the organisation, Azim soon found himself in the thick of it and able to make a positive impact on the organisation with his ICAA qualification.

Inspiring Women in International Development | AfID Editorial 2014

AfID reflects upon some of the most inspiring women we have encountered within the field of international development. From volunteers to finance managers, it is the hard work and dedication of these women that has helped transform lives - often overcoming obstacles and hardships to do so.

Make a change, make a difference | INTHEBLACK Article

Experienced finance professionals are in big demand in the developing world - Jim Lowe speaks to INTHEBLACK Magazine about his volunteer assignment in Kenya and the value of professional maturity.

"Looking for an adventure" - Stuart Raeburn | Economia Magazine Article

Stuart Raeburn speaks to Economia Magazine about his volunteering adventures through Africa where he helped to change the lives of Tanzanian children, who in turn transformed his.

50 AfID/PwC Volunteers, 10,000 hours of pro-bono support.

AfID has now placed 50 PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) volunteers. Read about their good work and help us recruit even more talented accountants.

AfID celebrates 500 Volunteers 100,000 Hours of priceless support

Retired accountant John Andrew (FCA), recently returned from his second AfID assignment in Laos where he coached the staff at the Lao Rugby Federation; in doing so he became AfID's 500^th volunteer. A remarkable milestone when you consider the organisation was founded in 2009.

How Volunteering Adds Up | AIA Magazine Article

The Association of International Accountants speaks about the experiences their members have had overseas and how they feel volunteering has benefited them on a professional and personal level.

“A humbling experience” | Rebecca Ryan, a Kiwi in Zambia.

9 days only after leaving her job in the UK, Rebecca was following her dream of volunteering in Africa. Read the CIMA article of her experience with AfID and the MicroLoan Foundation team, her "Zambian family".

CA's Reap Rewards Of Charity Work : ICAS Magazine Article

Story of good causes benefited from the insight and experiences of ICAS members.

Bina, An Inspirational Woman Working in International Development

AfID has met some very inspirational women working in International Development. Bina, Executive Director of KOPILA, Nepal is one! Read her story here...

Canadian CPA's Volunteer Experiences | CPA Canada Magazine

For many accountants, skills-based volunteering offers an ideal way to lend a hand in developing countries, while gaining rewarding experience- Robin Wong talks about his experience.

Giving Back in Burundi | Julianne Favron's Experience

In 2011, Julianne Favron decided to celebrate the end of tax season by setting out on an adventure to Africa with a friend- read about her experience with AfID partner Villege Health Work in Burundi.

Daniel Chow's Asian Adventure | CPA Magazine Canada

Daniel Chow spent six weeks working with Prison Fellowship Cambodia, an organization that helps reintegrate prisoners into society- Daniel shares his rewarding experience with CPA Magazine

Bridging the accounting gap in Vietnam | Economia Magazine Article

Economia Magazine's interview with Emma MacKinnon who used her skills to help bridge the accounting gap through financial management in Vietnam.

Short-Term Volunteering Abroad A Success | NZ-CA Magazine Article

NZ-CA member Maria Manaton decided to spend her vacation supporting poverty alleviation charity 'Cambodia Knits' in Phnom Penh- Read about her amazing experience and strong determination to volunteer again.

Organization reaches out to CPAs for overseas volunteer work | NY CPA Magazine

New York CPA magazine interviewed AfID founder Neil Jennings to know more about AFID and how CPAs are contributing towards community development worldwide.