The latest crime statistics paint Western Cape townships as the most dangerous places to be in South Africa. Although a few categories such as sexual assault and abuse of children dropped fractionally, this has little impact in the light of … Continue reading →

“It’s just a matter of time before KwaZulu-Natal rural communities turn the tide on child mortality with the exciting development of our Phila Mntwana centres,” says World Vision’s Leader in Okhahlamba, Monika Holst. The Phila Mntwana (which means ‘lead a … Continue reading →

World Vision in Okhahlamba in KwaZulu-Natal has partnered with other like-minded organisations to restore children affected by socio-economic hardships and prepare them to be responsible and successful adults. Started in 2010, the Value Based Life Skills programme is producing results. … Continue reading →

Throwback Thursday When: Thursday 26th June What: We want to take advantage of the growing popularity of Throwback Thursday—also known as #TBT—on social media to end newborn deaths. #TBT has rapidly evolved from a trend into a tradition. Each month, … Continue reading →

Kgothatso is a happy child who is determined to live life to the fullest in spite of her disadvantaged background. She is a Grade 10 learner at Makgwahleng Secondary School near Tzaneen in Limpopo Province and has been chosen by … Continue reading →

Sipho (not his real name) is one of many HIV positive and disadvantaged children living in rural areas around South Africa. He stays in a poor neighbourhood under Mbashe municipality, with his 16 year old aunt and three siblings, together with two cousins, all under the age of five. Continue reading →

Vice President, Programs and Policy at World Vision Canada, Jamie McIntosh has described his first meeting with Kewarona (his sponsored child) as a “special moment”. McIntosh who was in SA a few days ago visited a few of the WV Canada funded projects in Thaba Nchu and Khauhelo, both based in the FreeState province. Continue reading →

It’s just over a year since World Vision has started working in Orange Farm. This is one of the youngest informal settlements in South Africa, located approximately 45 km from Johannesburg. The inhabitants are mainly laid off farm workers. Continue reading →

My name is Kgothatso, and my surname is Reganya. I have a little sister named Miranda and our mother’s name is Abigail. I was raised by my adorable grandmother named Betty and I call her mama because she is the one who made me the lady I am today. Continue reading →

She smiles at me and says “hello sisi (sister)”. The time is just after 7am, but this dark and lovely girl is already at school. It’s clear she has been expecting me. And even before I properly introduce myself to her, she quickly introduces me and my Sponsorship Officer Colleague to her school mates… Continue reading →