The latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) update for South Sudan reveals a critical situation: over half of the country’s population is projected to experience crisis or worse levels of hunger (IPC Phase 3 and above) between April and July 2026. The report warns of a potential deterioration towards famine in areas affected by ongoing conflict and instability.

World Vision warns of rising child suffering as families flee El Fasher to Darfur amid hunger, trauma, and scarce aid

President Mutharika declares Hunger Crisis in Malawi in 11 districts

On Whatsapp and Telegram, the Parenting in Crisis Chatbot is being piloted to provide caregivers with psychological support and advice on child protection.

A football tournament in Juba, South Sudan, empowers girls to learn, lead, and dream big—proving sports can build confidence and promote equality in education.

In Aweil East County of Northern Bahr El Ghazal, hope is slowly returning to families displaced by conflict. Among them is Deng Nguac Kuot, a soft-spoken father determined to rebuild the life that war tried to take from him, thanks to the support from the GFFO Project implemented by World Vision.

Amid a growing health and environmental crisis at Myanmar’s iconic Inle Lake, an innovative solution is emerging: floating bio-septic toilets. Designed to withstand floods and treat waste safely, these systems will transform sanitation for water-based communities. With support from World Vision, the project offers new hope for disease prevention, cleaner water, and long-term resilience—especially for women and children. This story explores how a simple yet powerful design could shape a healthier future for flood-prone regions across Myanmar.

Brikena Zogaj and Lilian Mumbi, World Vision Technical Experts, emphasise that hunger is not just a food issue but a protection crisis, especially for children who face exploitation, early marriage, and displacement due to food insecurity. They highlight how integrating child protection into food aid programmes—such as those by World Vision—can safeguard children and improve long-term outcomes. The authors call on global actors to fund and prioritise child-focused, integrated approaches to ensure children are not only fed but also protected and empowered.