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.

April – June 2025

School Meal Program is helping to retain children in school and fight malnutrition in Malawi.

This is the story of Sylvester, a boy whose bright smile and boundless energy once knew no bounds. Born healthy and full of life, Sylvester enjoyed childhood like any other. By age three, he was walking confidently, exploring the world around him. But everything changed when he reached Grade 7.

CFLS in Chamba are boosting child nutrition as women learn to prepare healthy, balanced meals for their children

This article recounts the field visit of Patrick Saah, Integrated Programme Director of World Vision DRC, to Kwango Province from 8 to 11 July 2025. It highlights key stages of the mission: engagement with local communities, monitoring of ongoing projects (health, education, agriculture, youth empowerment, and savings groups), partner discussions, and identification of operational challenges. Through powerful testimonies and quotes from the Director, the article underscores the impact of World Vision’s interventions on children and families, while emphasising the importance of community dialogue, transparency, and local ownership in building sustainable solutions.

Meet Chancy, a 15-year-old boy with hydrocephalus who found new hope and independence through World Vision's Able to Thrive project.

Clean water and sanitation transformed learning, health, and dignity for students at Ha Rannakoe Primary School in Southern Lesotho.