publication / June 27, 2025
Investing in the Future: Enhancing Educational Outcomes and Child Health through Increased Funding and Expansion of the School Feeding Programme in Zambia
This policy brief, Investing in the Future, presents a compelling case for expanding and increasing funding to Zambia’s School Feeding Programme as a strategic response to child hunger, malnutrition, and poor educational outcomes. Drawing on recent national and global data, the brief outlines the profound impacts of undernutrition on children's health, learning, and future prospects, particularly in rural areas. It highlights how, despite increased government allocations from K39.4 million in 2023 to a proposed K534.4 million in 2025, over 60% of eligible children still remain uncovered by the programme.
publication / July 14, 2025
World Vision Zambia WASH Business Plan 2026-2030
The World Vision Zambia Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Business Plan for 2026-2030, titled "Mapping the Blue Thread," outlines a comprehensive strategy to accelerate universal and equitable access to WASH services across 42 countries, with a significant focus on Zambia. The plan aims to improve health, well-being, and livelihoods by delivering adaptive WASH solutions. It emphasises deepening focus on vulnerable populations, demonstrating sustainable impact, and mobilising $1.5 billion globally, with $48 million planned for in-country investments in Zambia. This data-driven approach will enable country WASH teams to implement targeted, location-specific strategies for maximum impact and sustainability.
publication / June 25, 2025
Food Assistance Programming | Global Capacity Statement
World Vision International (WVI) is committed to combating hunger and improving food security for vulnerable populations, with a strong focus on children, those most affected by food insecurity
article / July 8, 2025
Mozambique’s Community Volunteers Lead the Charge Against Child Malnutrition
Discover how 480 community volunteers in Monapo, Mozambique, are leading a revolution in child nutrition, screening over 3,000 children and rehabilitating 683 in the first half of 2025. Learn about World Vision's community-based model, empowering local leaders to combat malnutrition with sustainable solutions and transform lives
video / July 15, 2025
Disability Space in Zambia - Wider Vision Podcast Episode 2
In this episode, we explore the disability landscape in Zambia. We are discussing the challenges faced by people with disabilities, the importance of using respectful and inclusive language, and the impactful work World Vision Zambia is doing to empower individuals with disabilities to contribute meaningfully to society.
We are joined by Doreen Chizyuka, a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Specialist at World Vision Zambia, with a strong focus on disability advocacy.
article / July 9, 2025
Screening for Survival: How Early Malnutrition Detection is Saving Malawian Children
World Vision Malawi up scales nutrition screening in Mchinji to detect and treat child malnutrition early, improving healthy outcomes and saving livesl
article / July 14, 2025
Community-led Complementary Feeding Lessons and Sessions reducing malnutrition in Chamba.
CFLS in Chamba are boosting child nutrition as women learn to prepare healthy, balanced meals for their children