Lusaka, Zambia – The Joining Forces Alliance expresses its deepest outrage and condemnation of the appalling act of incest allegedly perpetrated by a Zambia Air Force (ZAF) flight sergeant against his 14-year-old biological daughter. The incident, reported on January 8, 2025, highlights a grave violation of the child’s dignity, trust, and basic human rights.

World Vision Sudan FY24 Annual Report: Highlights impactful humanitarian efforts, supporting 2.8M people, including 1.5M children, amid Sudan's ongoing crisis.

A report brief

World Vision has been a steadfast presence in East Asia since 1950, operating in Cambodia, China, Lao PDR, Mongolia, Myanmar, North Korea, Thailand, and Viet Nam. Our multisector programmes are tailored to the needs and priorities of local communities. With the support of over 2,200 staff, more than 99% of whom are local, we deliver impactful and sustainable solutions.

World Vision provided the centre with an ultrasound machine along with training that has strengthened health services across the targeted districts of Oromia and South Ethiopia regions, reaching over 111,000 people, more than half of them children.

The pandemic hit vulnerable families the hardest, including children, women, and people with disabilities. Many struggled with worsening economic and social conditions, leading to poor mental and physical health. Routine vaccinations dropped, and access to healthcare services became more difficult. To address these issues and support the recovery of public health, the organisation has launched its first major healthcare initiative, focusing on strengthening Georgia's health and child protection systems. Family doctors and social workers, were trained on key health topics such as immunisation, Hepatitis, HIV prevention, HPV, TB, and STDs.

Make it 18 Report: Community Voices on Child Marriage Reform in Solomon Islands

World Vision’s Global CAT III Northern Ethiopia Crisis Response (NECR) was launched in December 2020. It reached over 8.9 million conflict-affected individuals, including 4.1 million children, across the Tigray, Amhara, and Afar regions, delivering lifesaving assistance and fostering resilience in the face of one of the country’s most complex humanitarian crises.

The National Director's speech highlights the launch of Lesotho's child-friendly courts, a milestone in ensuring justice and protection for every child.