In Chikwa, Elijah is no longer just farming for today; he is building a tomorrow for his children. Through the Chikwa Energy and WASH project, solar-powered water has arrived on his land, turning a dry landscape into a thriving classroom for the next generation. For Elijah, water is capital, the lifeblood that keeps his children healthy, fed, and in school.

World Vision urgently calls on all parties to immediately de-escalate hostilities in the Middle East and work towards a lasting peaceful resolution.

This report provides an overview of the work of World Vision International in Burkina Faso, from October 2024 to September 2025.

The article highlights a community-led initiative in Menkao, near Kinshasa, where CEPRODEKI and World Vision organised an exhibition and sales event to combat child malnutrition through sustainable agriculture and livestock production. As World Vision prepares to conclude 15 years of support, the activity emphasized community ownership, children’s advocacy, and practical solutions such as dietary diversification, savings groups, and local production. The event demonstrated that through collective action and strengthened local capacities, Menkao is building a sustainable future toward ending child malnutrition.

"2025 has been amazing. We celebrate the support of our partners, sponsors, government, traditional and faith leaders, communities, and the incredible World Vision Zambia team. Your commitment continues to transform lives and bring hope for better futures," says Mabel Mung'omba, Board Chairperson, World Vision Zambia

The study shows deportation is an economic and protection shock that reverberates through households and local markets. Deportation removes income earners from foreign labour markets, abruptly cutting off remittance flows. This loss of income translates into debt accumulation and asset depletion as households struggle to meet basic needs. Growing indebtedness then drives harmful coping strategies and distress practices.