World Vision South Sudan School Meals Strategic Plan Oct 2025 - Sep 2030

This article highlights the progress of a school feeding programme in the Greater Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. By promoting the use of locally grown, nutrient-rich crops such as cowpeas, cassava, and sweet potatoes, the initiative not only improves the nutritional quality of school meals but also strengthens community resilience and agricultural self-sufficiency. It showcases how different provinces like Kasaï Oriental, Kasaï Central, and Lomami are adapting crop choices based on local needs and market value. The article also emphasises the educational dimension of the programme and outlines how communities are taking ownership to sustain the initiative even during school holidays. Through a blend of nutrition, education, and local empowerment, the programme stands as a model for sustainable development.

This policy brief, Investing in the Future, presents a compelling case for expanding and increasing funding to Zambia’s School Feeding Programme as a strategic response to child hunger, malnutrition, and poor educational outcomes. Drawing on recent national and global data, the brief outlines the profound impacts of undernutrition on children's health, learning, and future prospects, particularly in rural areas. It highlights how, despite increased government allocations from K39.4 million in 2023 to a proposed K534.4 million in 2025, over 60% of eligible children still remain uncovered by the programme.

ENOUGH Sri Lanka Baseline Study reveals the prevalence and impact of hunger and food insecurity in Sri Lanka, offering critical data for effective prevention and response strategies.

President Daniel Chapo, of Mozambique, has pledged to work towards ensuring more children can benefit from school meals across the country.

Amid hardship in Gambella's refugee camps, 13-year-old Tesloach pursues education, dreams of becoming a doctor, and finds hope through school meals.

Celebrating Semi-Annual Achievements

In the village of Kakombo, DR Congo, Jina Mujinga represents the quiet yet powerful dedication behind school meals. A mother of nine and a devoted volunteer, she cooks each morning to nourish hundreds of students, giving them a real chance to learn with full stomachs. Through her story, the full impact of the school feeding programme supported by WFP in partnership with World Vision, and funded by the European Union, is real.

A joint blog from the SDG2 Advocacy Hub, Global Child Nutrition Foundation, the Sustainable Financing Initiative for School Health and Nutrition, and World Vision