World Vision Zambia, in partnership with Rotary Club, today officially handed over the Mbala Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Rotary Project to the community through the Government of Zambia.

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.

This article tells the story of Eugénie, a 29-year-old mother living in Gemena, Democratic Republic of Congo, whose life was transformed by access to clean water. Formerly burdened by the daily struggle to fetch unsafe water for her family, Eugénie faced health issues and time constraints that impacted her children and livelihood. The installation of a water kiosk by World Vision changed everything, bringing safe water close to home, improving her family’s health, and giving her the time and freedom to focus on other responsibilities. The article highlights not only Eugénie’s transformation but also the positive ripple effects clean water has had on her entire community.

This article reports on a field mission conducted from May 7 to 8, 2025, by World Vision DRC and the Ministry of Water Resources in the localities of Menkao and Maluku, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The goal of the visit was to assess the state of WASH (water, hygiene, and sanitation) infrastructure, observe the progress made, and identify the technical and organizational challenges to be addressed in order to sustainably improve access to safe drinking water. Through the testimonies of experts, community leaders, and beneficiaries, the article highlights the efforts undertaken, ongoing issues, and prospects for sustainable development in these two communities.

In Farchana, thousands of Sudanese refugees, returnees, and members of the local population have now access to water thanks to mini-water supply system built World Vision Chad.

Kadama Rural Health Post has received a significant uplift with the addition of a newly constructed Maternity Annex, an ablution block, and a mechanised water system. These developments are set to greatly enhance healthcare services in the area, providing expectant mothers with a dedicated space for safe childbirth and improving sanitation facilities for both patients and staff.

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In a significant public health and community development milestone, World Vision Zambia officially handed over vital healthcare infrastructure and water systems during a ceremony held today at Kadama Rural Health Post. The event culminated in substantial investments to improve maternal health, sanitation, and access to clean water across eight healthcare facilities in the region.

This report covers the fourth year of our Global WASH Business Plan (fiscal years 2021-2025).

“Our dream is simple: To have access to clean water, enough food and safe schools” said Ameer 16, from the West Bank. Along with several other Palestinian children, he reminded the participants of the 2025 European Humanitarian Forum (EHF) about how the current conflict has disrupted their education, mental health, and sense of normalcy. But they also spoke of how education programming, when combined with psychosocial support and protection, can turn schools in places of safety, hope, and healing.