"Take time to read our WASH Business Plan," emphasises Marc Nosbach, National Director of World Vision Zambia. He stresses the importance of understanding the strategic approach to water, sanitation, and hygiene initiatives, highlighting how this plan aims to improve health outcomes and empower communities across Zambia.

Clean water and sanitation transformed learning, health, and dignity for students at Ha Rannakoe Primary School in Southern Lesotho.

World Vision East Asia delivers holistic, evidence-based solutions to combat childhood malnutrition and illness, focusing on long-term impact rather than short-term aid. We address root causes by working at every level: household, community, and health system.

The World Vision Zambia Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) Business Plan for 2026-2030, titled "Mapping the Blue Thread," outlines a comprehensive strategy to accelerate universal and equitable access to WASH services across 42 countries, with a significant focus on Zambia. The plan aims to improve health, well-being, and livelihoods by delivering adaptive WASH solutions. It emphasises deepening focus on vulnerable populations, demonstrating sustainable impact, and mobilising $1.5 billion globally, with $48 million planned for in-country investments in Zambia. This data-driven approach will enable country WASH teams to implement targeted, location-specific strategies for maximum impact and sustainability.

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At Kanchomba Primary School in Hamaundu, Zambia, 19-year-old Jessica’s life has been dramatically transformed thanks to World Vision’s work in water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). Now in twelfth grade, Jessica recalls spending up to three hours each day fetching water. She would walk before school, at lunchtime, and again in the evening, often missing classes due to these lengthy trips.

Empowering Sri Lanka's future: World Vision's 2024 Impact Report details our commitment to health and nutrition, WASH, livelihood and enterprise development, and child protection and participation

In the village of Katoba, challenges stemming from poor hygiene and sanitation have long affected the lives of pupils at Katoba Primary School. Limited access to clean water and inadequate sanitation facilities have made it difficult for children to stay healthy and attend school regularly. Many students resort to using unsafe water sources, which increases their risk of waterborne diseases like cholera and diarrhoea. The lack of proper toilets and handwashing facilities has also contributed to unsanitary conditions, making it hard for pupils to practice good hygiene habits both in school and at home. These issues have particularly affected girls, who often miss school during their menstrual cycles due to the absence of private, clean facilities and access to sanitary products.