At a press conference held on Monday in Lusaka, the alliance, comprised of six leading child-focused organizations, including Save the Children, World Vision Zambia, Plan International Zambia, Child Fund, SOS Children's Villages International, and Terre des Hommes International Federation, expressed deep concern over the rising cases of child sexual abuse. Reports indicate that children are increasingly being victimized in spaces meant to be safe havens, such as homes, schools, and orphanages.

The Joining Forces Alliance is deeply alarmed by the rising cases of rape and defilement across the country. We are particularly disturbed by the fact that these heinous crimes are being committed by individuals entrusted with the duty to protect children. We commend the Government’s swift action to shut down one facility in Lusaka allegedly perpetrating child abuse and arresting perpetrators.

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.

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.

In a significant milestone for the Tongogara Refugee Settlement (TRS), the newly renovated Safe House, facilitated by World Vision Zimbabwe, is now a sanctuary for Gender-Based Violence (GBV) survivors.

Join the HNPW 2025 session on the route-based approach to provide financial assistance and protection to people on the move. Learn about key results and lessons from the experience in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

European Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, visited Albania from March 12 to 14 and participated in a significant event hosted by World Vision Albania, focusing on survivors of domestic and gender-based violence.

Namwala district, like many parts of Zambia, is facing the harsh impacts of climate change, including prolonged droughts and deforestation. To help combat these challenges, World Vision Zambia, through its Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) program, has initiated a tree planting activity aimed at restoring the environment and promoting sustainable water management. By planting trees in key areas such as schools, communities, and along water sources, this initiative is helping to improve soil retention, reduce water loss, and create a greener, more resilient landscape.