In this second edition of Children’s News, young journalists from across Zambia reveal inspiring stories of progress and development. Through their voices, children are reminding us all that they are key agents of change and that their perspectives are vital for building a brighter future for Zambia.

World Vision expresses deep concern following the devastating earthquake that struck eastern Afghanistan overnight, reportedly killing hundreds and injuring thousands more.

Pour la journée mondiale des réfugiés, la Responsable Régional du Plaidoyer au Bureau Régional de World Vision Afrique de L'Ouest parle des déplacements des refugiés au Sahel central : les causes, la solidarité locale et l'appel à un financement humanitaire durable sur BBC Afrique.

Kanchembele Village in Nyimba District is celebrating a significant milestone with the arrival of clean and safe water, thanks to the dedicated efforts of World Vision Zambia. The community, long burdened by limited access to reliable water sources, now has a sustainable solution that has transformed their daily lives.

In Mading-Luit, a small village in South Sudan, locals lay bricks to build a new health clinic. With help from World Vision and the community, this clinic now saves lives and brings hope to the community. This story shows how working together with the community can make a big difference.

Moving beyond one-off dialogues to system-level transformation, this roadmap embeds peacebuilding in to multiple programmes, anticipatory action and community resilience.

Food hygiene is critical to health, with 600 million people falling ill annually due to contaminated food. Children under five bear 40% of the burden, with 125,000 deaths each year.

Children’s voices matter, and their stories deserve to be heard. Across our communities, young storytellers are stepping forward, using media to share their hopes, dreams, and the challenges they face. Through radio discussions, digital storytelling, and creative expression, they are raising awareness, inspiring change, and shaping a brighter future. Join us as we listen, learn, and amplify the voices of the future because every child’s story has the power to make a difference.

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