Drought in Somalia has displaced thousands of people. Limited food and livelihood options in Somalia’s Baidoa region result in mothers like Hawa feeding their children nutrient-deficient wild fruits.
News & Stories
Somalia
From the Field
Amid despair, aid worker finds hope as Somalia faces the threat of famine
As families in Somalia face ongoing hunger, food insecurity, and displacement due to the country’s worst drought in decades, World Vision’s operations director in Somalia shares his heartache — and his source of hope.
Special Features
Fallout: When hunger has no borders
An intimate window into the lives of children and their families who have been overcome by food insecurity and now pay the price of the war in Ukraine. Showcasing impactful still images captured by World Vision photographers and partners, this 3D virtual exhibition offers a glimpse of key issues that the world’s most vulnerable face.
Prayers
Covering the world in prayer: Pray for East Africa
Pray for East Africa with us, especially for World Vision’s work in Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda. Let’s lift up the concerns of the families and children of these nations to our heavenly Father and listen to what He has to say to us about them.
Special Features
Facing famine: Battling hunger with hope in East Africa
JULY 12, 2017 — Millions of people face famine if the current hunger crisis in East Africa continues to worsen. Read their stories and learn how World Vision is responding.
From the Field
World Human Rights Day: Worst places to be a child
What are the worst places in the world to be a child? Explore human rights progress around the world.
From the Field
Top humanitarian crises of 2015
What were the top 8 humanitarian crises of 2015? Find out what they were and what World Vision and people like you did to help.
From the Field
2013 life frames: Storytelling from World Vision photographers
World Vision’s award-winning photographers travel around the world every year, capturing moments of God’s grace and faithfulness as we follow Jesus’ example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed. They bring back stories that inspire us to action and compassion.
Special Features
Famine no more
FEB. 1, 2012, KENYA — The recent crisis in the Horn of Africa — so reminiscent of the 1980s — may suggest that fighting famine is futile. But better tools, heavier hitters, and the benefits of child sponsorship are saving lives.
Voices
Disaster response in hot spots around the world
Today we’re providing you with a quick snapshot of what’s happening in five hot spots around the globe — where your generous support is helping people cope with and recover from disasters and crisis situations.