Day of the African Child 2026: Every Child Deserves Safe Water, Sanitation and Hygiene

As Somalia grapples with drought, communities in Buurhakaba are on the verge of famine

Around 120 stakeholders from government, civil society, development partners, and farmer groups gathered in Phnom Penh for a national policy dialogue promoting agroecology and farmer-led innovation as key pathways to sustainable and resilient food systems in Cambodia. The event showcased evidence from participatory research and generated policy recommendations to strengthen investment in agroecological transitions, enhance agricultural services, and ensure inclusive participation of women, youth, and Indigenous communities. Participants emphasized the critical role of farmers as innovators and called for stronger collaboration to integrate agroecology into national strategies.

Faith leaders issue an open letter urging governments to tackle hunger, protect food systems, and ensure access to nutrition in a world of growing crises.

ENOUGH 2025, presents key developments in policy, programmes and partnerships three years into the campaign

Calls to accelerate universal access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene for children in Africa, addressing gaps harming health, education and protection.

In South Sudan, girls like Shufa are forced from school into labour—hunger and displacement push millions of children’s futures to the brink.

In Central Kasai, World Vision's chronic malnutrition prevention project is helping families improve child nutrition through sustainable agriculture and livelihoods. With support from KOICA and WFP, households are adopting market gardening and rabbit farming to increase access to nutritious foods, diversify diets, generate income, and build resilience. The initiative is contributing to healthier children, stronger families, and lasting community change.

In northwest Syria, displaced children face hunger, lost identity, and no education—while shrinking aid threatens a generation’s future.