World Vision Zambia was recently awarded First Prize for the Best NGO Exhibit at the 97th Agricultural and Commercial Show of Zambia, which was held from 29th July to 4th August in Lusaka. The accolade recognises the organisation's outstanding efforts in community transformation, child support, and sustainable development across the country.

In Kapsaina village, Elgeyo Marakwet, Kenya, Dominic and Monica’s journey from conflict and addiction to healing and trust reveals the power of transformation in restoring broken families and rebuilding hope.

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.

Hayat*, a 34-year-old mother of six from Mosul, was forced into marriage at 16 through an exchange arrangement that cut short her education and childhood. Transitioning from city life to a village, she endured a difficult marriage, family pressure, and poverty. After a suicide attempt, she resolved to change her life and built a mud house with her husband. Despite harsh conditions, she found peace. Support from World Vision and caseworker Eileen provided both emotional and financial relief — allowing her to install plumbing and buy essentials like a water heater and oven. Through resilience and determination, Hayat began to rebuild her life and dignity. She sewed clothes during the 2014 conflict to support her children, who survived on minimal food. Hayat regrets her early marriage and is determined to give her daughter a better future. “If a woman isn’t strong, she can’t survive,” she says. Her dream is to one day build a real home — and a life of lasting peac

Mesfin Loha, Country Director of World Vision in South Sudan, reflects on the current state of the humanitarian sector, which is marked by profound uncertainty and rapid change. He notes what is required for leaders to steer their teams to remain committed to serving and saving lives, especially in such a time as this. The humanitarian reset is real, and its impact is unfolding day by day.

A Child's Voice Amidst Conflict

A young boy in Azraq Camp whose journey at the Peace Centre is transforming his future. Through protection and life skills sessions, he's gaining confidence, resilience, and the motivation to chase his dreams.

Meet Sophia Korir, a mother and farmer from Elgeyo Marakwet whose journey with Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration has transformed her life, restored her land, and inspired her community to protect indigenous trees.