In Kosa Qala, northern Afghanistan, families had no choice but to drink from contaminated water sources. Waterborne diseases were part of daily life, especially for children. The burden fell hardest on women, children, and people with disabilities like Jamaludin. Now, clean water flows from taps at their doorsteps — a lifeline made possible through World Vision’s programme. But this progress is fragile. Afghanistan’s water crisis is a multifaceted emergency, fueled by climate change, and inadequate infrastructure. A staggering 59% of water systems are broken or dried up after decades of underfunding. Without urgent and sustained investment in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), millions more lives will be at risk. 🎥 Watch the story of Kosa Qala – a powerful reminder of what’s at stake and why this vital work must continue across more villages.

A new borehole at Muiticula Primary now provides clean water to 400+ students, improving health, hygiene, and education through the PARES project.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This article is a powerful story highlighting how a modest intervention, a personal plastic cup, greatly improved hygiene, hydration, and learning conditions in four schools in the Lualaba province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It recounts the longstanding lack of potable water at Amani Primary School in Mutshatsha and the transformative impact of a borehole installed in 2022, which gave over 1,600 students access to clean water. However, without drinking containers, students were still unable to hydrate safely and effectively. In early 2025, a donation of 3,625 plastic cups across four schools allowed students to drink water hygienically and comfortably. This simple addition significantly reduced water waste, improved hygiene, and helped students stay focused in class. The initiative, part of World Vision’s Gifts-In-Kind (GIK) program, illustrates the profound impact of addressing overlooked details in development work.

World Vision Iraq, a child-focused humanitarian organization, continued its mission in FY24 by addressing critical needs across health, education, livelihoods, protection, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene). Operating under a sustained humanitarian response framework since 2014, the organization has transitioned toward long-term recovery and resilience-building efforts. In FY24, it impacted the lives of 156, 976 million vulnerable children and community members across Iraq, especially in conflict-affected areas. Emphasizing community empowerment, World Vision Iraq collaborated with local partners and stakeholders to enhance service delivery and promote sustainable development, while integrating peacebuilding and climate resilience strategies within its humanitarian-development-peace nexus approach.

For years, the residents of Mundanya Village in Manyinga District faced a harsh reality—children and families risking their lives fetching unsafe water from the crocodile-infested Kabompo River. Safe drinking water was a distant dream, and poor sanitation hindered their health and well-being.