Child-led report highlights how school meal feedback improved attendance, learning, and accountability in four countries

With whistles blowing, cheers echoing, and footballs flying, over 500 children across Melut County in Upper Nile State kicked off celebrations for the Day of the African Child and World Refugee Day in a spirited sports festival aimed at promoting peace, resilience, and hope for a better future.

This article highlights a powerful celebration of the Day of the African Child 2025 in Luwowoshi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Organised by World Vision and local partners, the event gathered over 900 people, most of them children, around the theme: “Planning and Budgeting for Children’s Rights: Progress Since 2010.” Confronted with alarming issues such as child labour, violence, and dropping out of school, children spoke out with strength and emotion. They denounced the abuses they face, shared their dreams, and urged adults to ensure their right to education, protection, and well-being. Figures such as Nestor and Alicia, both 14, carried their peers’ voices through moving advocacy messages, calling for collective mobilisation towards a safer future. In concrete response, World Vision distributed nearly 600 school kits to vulnerable children, easing their return to school. The initiative was praised by teachers, who emphasised the need for community support to combat child hardship.

In 2024, we reached 17.9 million people, including 9.5 million children, and responded to over 16 emergencies across the region. From food security and health to protection and education, our work has brought tangible relief and hope to families affected by crisis.

This is a joint press release of World Vision, Save the Children, and Plan International about the children’s dialogue with the national leaders of South Sudan in commemoration of the Day of the African Child 2025.

On the Day of the African Child 2025, we reflect on progress made in planning and budgeting for children’s rights and where urgent action is still needed. This blog by World Vision Lesotho calls for bold, inclusive governance that puts children at the centre of decision-making. Their voices, insights, and dreams must guide our path forward

On the Day of the African Child, World Vision Southern Africa Regional Leader visits Mozambique, where he highlights the sacrifices children endured for the rights enjoyed today and the long journey ahead for life in its fullness for every child.

World Vision West Africa lance un appel fort à la solidarité et à l’action dans cette déclaration de plaidoyer à l'occasion la Journée mondiale des réfugiés 2025.

Joining Forces East and Southern Africa stands in solidarity with the children of Sudan and South Sudan as we commemorate World Refugee Day.

Three months have passed since the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on 28 March 2025, yet humanitarian conditions remain critical. Early rains have further deteriorated the living situation for many children and families still residing in makeshift shelters, struggling to rebuild their lives. Access to clean water, sanitation, healthcare, and protection services, particularly for those displaced in Mandalay and Sagaing, remains dire. The earthquake compounds an already dire humanitarian situation where nearly 20 million people already needed humanitarian assistance across the country due to prolonged conflict, recurring natural disasters and economic collapse.