There is a weight that comes with a child born too small. For Annet Phiri, that weight was 2.1 kilograms, the birth weight of her firstborn, Steward. It is a number she has carried with her ever since. He arrived fragile, and for months during her pregnancy, she had struggled. Her appetite never came, and nausea followed her throughout.

Discover how World Vision improves health and nutrition across East Africa through community-based care, malnutrition treatment, and maternal and child health services that save lives.

Witnessing challenges for vulnerable families every day, Nurse Ahlam has also seen how World Vision’s health programme is transforming healthcare access.

Learn how World Vision responds to emergencies across East Africa through rapid humanitarian action, multi-sector support, and resilience-building programmes that protect children and vulnerable communities.

The project will directly benefit 25,000 households and indirectly reach 112,500 individuals, totaling 137,500 people.

Kasikili Health Post sits on the outskirts of Pemba District, approximately 22 kilometres from the District Health Office. It serves a catchment population of around 6,875 residents, providing essential primary healthcare to families across the area.

WVI Nepal Country Factsheet 2025 highlights impact across 17 districts in education, health, nutrition, child protection, GEDSI, and disaster management.

After conflict-related damage forced the Derdghaya Socio-Medical Centre to close, World Vision and the Imam Sadr Foundation rehabilitated the facility, restoring vital healthcare services for thousands of people across South Lebanon.

In Fiscal Year 2025, World Vision Rwanda(WV Rwanda) advanced child well-being through integrated programmes in child protection, education, health, WASH, livelihoods, and humanitarian response, reaching hundreds of thousands of children and families across the country. Through strong partnerships, community engagement, and innovative approaches, WV Rwanda continued to support resilient families and thriving communities where children can reach their full potential.

A young mother’s journey from fear and isolation to confidence highlights the life changing impact of community based health support. Through the guidance of a trained Rural Health Motivator(RHM), improved maternal health practices, proper nutrition, and consistent healthcare access have ensured both mother and child are thriving.