Integrating WASH into Rwanda’s Home-Grown School Feeding Programme boosts nutrition, attendance, and girls’ education. Learn why food alone is not enough.

Why School Meals Accountability Must Define the Future of Education and Social Protection

Through a partnership between World Vision and the World Food Programme (WFP), school feeding programmes are helping children stay in school, stay nourished and stay protected. School meals are a proven investment in learning, resilience, and human capital, especially in humanitarian emergencies.

Integrated WASH and school meals in Kalemie improve clean water, hygiene, and nutrition, boosting pupils’ health, protection, attendance, learning, and dignity.

In Kaungula, a group of farmers transformed their livelihoods through a Farmer Field School supported by the GAINS Tuya Kumpala program. Moving away from traditional, low-yield practices like bush burning, they adopted improved techniques, better seeds, and sustainable methods. Their first harvest—over 400 kg from a small plot—symbolized not just increased productivity but renewed confidence and collective success. The initiative is helping farmers boost food security, improve nutrition, and build more resilient, self-sustaining communities.

World Vision Zambia Calls for Sustained Investment in Nutrition, Clean Water, and Climate Resilience Following Africa Day of School Feeding

World Vision Zambia is dedicated to improving the well-being of vulnerable populations, particularly children, who are constantly threatened by hunger and malnutrition. Zambia faces significant challenges, with 32% of children stunted and widespread micronutrient deficiencies.

Key outcomes from the 2nd School Meals Coalition Summit: new commitments, evidence launches, financing, and World Vision’s global advocacy leadership.