In the wake of a complex humanitarian landscape, World Vision East Africa’s 2025 Annual Report reveals the profound impact of forced displacement across the region.
The report highlights the critical role of the organization in responding to the challenges faced by millions in East Africa.
The conflict in Sudan has been the primary driver of displacement in the region, with nearly 12 million people forcibly displaced, including over 9. 1 million internally displaced persons and more than 4. 4 million refugees and asylum seekers.
Children accounted for over half of the displaced population, facing heightened risks of malnutrition, family separation, and protection violations. World Vision East Africa’s efforts have been comprehensive, reaching over 3. 5 million displaced people with multi-sector humanitarian assistance.
This includes interventions in education, child protection, health services, and livelihood support.
The organization’s work in Uganda, Africa’s largest refugee-hosting country, has been particularly significant. By 2025, Uganda hosted close to 2 million refugees, over half of whom were children. World Vision’s support has been crucial in managing the strain on education, child protection, and health services in refugee-hosting districts.
In Somalia, the convergence of conflict, recurrent drought, and flooding has led to over 3. 8 million internally displaced people, with children representing approximately 60% of the displaced population. World Vision’s assistance has been vital in providing protection, nutrition, and education.
Despite the challenges, including shrinking humanitarian funding, World Vision East Africa has remained committed to its mission of helping children and families thrive.
The organization’s approach combines immediate relief with long-term development programs, focusing on strengthening families, improving access to education, and enhancing health and nutrition.
The report underscores the importance of collaboration and partnership in addressing East Africa’s complex humanitarian needs. World Vision East Africa works alongside communities, governments, and other organizations to ensure effective and sustainable support.
As the region continues to face ongoing humanitarian crises, World Vision East Africa’s 2025 Annual Report serves as a testament to the organization’s dedication and the resilience of the communities it serves.
The report emphasizes the urgency of sustaining support for the most vulnerable and the importance of addressing the root causes of displacement and poverty in East Africa.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: reliefweb
Source: World Vision
