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MACA Village is a community-driven cultural and sustainability project in Hohoe, Ghana, created by Mawuvi Basketball Fellowship.
Our home brings together Agblekorpe Sustainability Farm, environmental initiatives, Ghanaian culture, community tourism and youth empowerment. We welcome volunteers who want to experience everyday Ghanaian life, exchange knowledge and contribute their skills to a growing local project.
15 hours of help per week
Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Tent: You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!
Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Holistic Therapies: You can take part in any of our therapeutic activities for free.
Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Beginner English
Between 18 and 50 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
MACA Village (Mawuvi African Culture and Art) is a growing community-based initiative that brings together sustainable agriculture, environmental conservation, youth empowerment, cultural heritage and community tourism. Located in the beautiful Volta Region of Ghana, MACA Village offers volunteers an opportunity to experience everyday Ghanaian life, exchange knowledge and contribute to meaningful community projects.
Our vision is to develop MACA Village into a welcoming space for sustainable living, cultural learning, recreation, creativity and community development.
Our Farm and Sustainable Living
Through our Agblekorpe sustainability project, we promote responsible food production, environmental awareness and practical learning. We are interested in organic farming practices, composting, tree planting, soil care, waste reduction and growing a deeper appreciation for the relationship between people, food and nature.
Volunteers can participate in seasonal farm activities, help maintain the growing space, exchange ideas about sustainable agriculture and contribute to developing a more environmentally responsible community.
Culture, Art and Community Life
MACA Village celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Ewe people and the wider Volta Region. Volunteers can learn about local food, traditional music, dance, crafts, storytelling, farming traditions and community life.
We welcome cultural exchange as a two-way learning experience. Volunteers are encouraged to share their own traditions, ideas and skills while learning respectfully from local people.
Nature and Community Tourism
Our location provides opportunities to explore the natural and cultural attractions of the Volta Region, including waterfalls, mountains, wildlife sanctuaries, local markets and tradions.
Our volunteers usually spend their mornings supporting Agblekorpe Sustainability Farm through planting, gardening, composting and other seasonal agricultural activities. We also work on environmental conservation, tree planting and improving our eco-village.
Afternoons offer opportunities for cultural exchange, traditional cooking, arts and crafts, community tourism and sharing personal skills. Volunteers have time to rest, connect with local people and explore the beautiful Volta Region.
Activities vary according to the season, project needs and volunteers’ interests. We aim to create a balanced experience of learning, contribution, cultural immersion and relaxation.
Working hours and rest days will be agreed upon in advance, with appropriate breaks and consideration for the weather.
