In the remote mountains of World Vision Eswatini's (WVE’s) Ntondozi Area Programme, six-month-old Ayabonga is growing strong and healthy, a testament to the impact of Timed and Targeted Counselling (ttC) health interventions implemented by Rural Health Motivators (RHMs).

Using an evidence based approach (EASE), World Vision is providing mental health and psychosocial supports to 1000 adolescents and 1000 caregivers in 34 villages of the West Bank to help them to manage stress, anxiety and trauma due to the current crisis as part of a project funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

In many communities across Zambia, expectant mothers face an uphill battle in accessing the essential nutrients needed for a healthy pregnancy. Traditional antenatal care has long relied on iron and folic acid (IFA) supplements, but coverage gaps, sociocultural barriers, and adherence challenges have limited their effectiveness. This has left many pregnant and postpartum women vulnerable to micronutrient deficiencies, which can lead to complications such as anemia, low birth weight, and even maternal mortality.

A new Integrated Support Centre (CAI) will open in Murrupula, Mozambique, on April 2, 2025, at the District Hospital. This initiative by SDSMAS and World Vision Mozambique under the “Every Girl Can” project will offer comprehensive support for women and children affected by domestic violence. The inauguration will include a Memorandum of Understanding to formalize their partnership. The centre aims to enhance the support network and help prevent violence in the region.

World Vision and the SDG2 Advocacy Hub spoke with key stakeholders at global and national levels to uncover barriers to long-term, predictable, and accountable donor investment – and explore bold solutions.

This advocacy brief presents key findings and evidence-based recommendations to strengthen health systems for delivery of essential nutrition actions.

In Misengo Village, Annie Bwalya Kapasa is a source of hope for expectant mothers. As a dedicated member of the Safe Motherhood Action Group (SMAG), Annie has been transforming maternal and child health in her community since she joined in 2015. Her journey took a significant turn in 2019 when World Vision Zambia provided her with specialized training, equipping her with the skills to support pregnant women and young mothers.

World Vision Southern Africa, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and the Global Fund, is implementing adolescent-friendly spaces (AFS) across Zambia to support young people in making informed Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) decisions. Through the IMPACT+ model, a life skills approach integrating education, behavior change, and service-learning, over 36,000 out-of-school adolescents have been reached with SRH interventions, empowering them to navigate challenges like early pregnancy, HIV/AIDS, and peer pressure. By equipping peer educators and health workers with IMPACT+ skills, the initiative fosters safe spaces where adolescents can access SRHR education, receive guidance, and build confidence. With increased community involvement and government support, this model is paving the way for sustainable adolescent health and well-being in the region.