Over 100 health facilities in Uganda have been accredited under the Baby Friendly Health Initiative (BFHI), a government-led program supported by World Vision Uganda, aimed at improving maternal and child health through enhanced breastfeeding support and community empowerment.

For World Humanitarian Day, discover the story of Asala and of the women of Umm Lasafa, a vulnerable community in the South Hebron Hills. When Asala heard the clinic of the village was closing, she knew she had to do something about it. This is the story of her battle and victory for the right of her community to health care.

Mayibongwe Mhlongo, the only male among 50 trainees in a Rural Health Motivator programme, is breaking gender norms and bringing vital health knowledge to his community in Maseyisini, Eswatini—thanks to a World Vision and Ministry of Health partnership.

In Mbala District, expectant mothers and newborns at Mutwizi Rural Health Post now receive better care thanks to the new Maternity Annex supported by World Vision. This facility enhances maternal health services for mothers and children in Mutwizi, a rural community located far from most social amenities, including healthcare.

Despite ongoing efforts, there remains a critical need to enhance collaboration between civil society organisations and government institutions to effectively address child well-being in Zambia. Specifically, ensuring that policies, budgets, and programs related to child nutrition, health, education, and protection are adequately prioritised, monitored, and evaluated remains a challenge. This gap hampers the country’s progress toward sustainable development goals for children.

Matukeng Health Centre transforms through World Vision’s support; improved care, warm facilities, and empowered health committees lead the change.

CVA groups in Machinga demand accountability and a health centre was delivered

Local communities in Twic and Gogrial West in South Sudan are working together to improve their villages through the ECRP II project. They are sharing ideas for building clinics and schools and providing clean water. Communities are actively involved in planning and making decisions to create a better future for their families and children.

After a traumatic incident involving sexual abuse allegations rocked Masase High School, the community—supported by World Vision Zimbabwe and local authorities—is coming together to rebuild trust and strengthen protection for its learners.