As the Integrated Programme Director for World Vision Central African Republic, Stephen Carlos Ongom-WV had the privilege of our Paoua base in the northwest region from July 24 to 29, 2025. During this time, he engaged in a series of activities aimed at supporting refugees and host families facing significant challenges.

When Humanitarians Show Up, Hope Emerges Stronger

You don’t get a 'wow' story like this very often! 1 million children in Central African Republic (CAR) do not have a birth certificate. This has a detrimental impact on a child's future. When our team identified this critical gap they wasted no time planning, putting your gift into action. This year, 36,000 children will receive birth certificates! Your gift is literally helping to positively change the future of CAR, ensuring children are counted! Press play for the beginning of this truly remarkable story :)

At the African Union–UNICEF workshop focused on Scalable Foundational Learning and Numeracy (FLN) to End Learning Poverty in Africa held on July 22 to 23, 2025, World Vision Zambia’s impactful partnership with the government of Zambia received notable recognition.

Celebrating His Majesty King Letsie III’s leadership in championing nutrition in Lesotho and Africa through the #ENOUGH campaign.

South Sudan’s cholera outbreak is reaching a critical level, now affecting more than 40,000 children—including 20,000 under the age of five—and placing millions more at serious risk. With more than 88,000 cases and 1,500 deaths already reported, the outbreak is accelerating at an alarming rate. World Vision is deeply concerned about the deadly disease spreading across the country. The crisis is especially severe for children, who are trapped in a dangerous mix of disease, hunger, and displacement.

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

World Vision Education in Emergencies and Protracted Crisis Framework 2025

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.