February 17, 2023
Burkina Faso: How Misinformation and Disinformation Harm ICRC's Humanitarian Work in Burkina Faso
An independent investigation by a consortium of news organizations resulted in the publication of stories on 16 February 2023 about a disinformation campaign targeting the… Read more »
February 20, 2023
Nigeria: Saleh Shares His Story of Displacement
Across Nigeria, more than two million people have been displaced by conflict. For some, the search for stability never stops. Read more »
February 08, 2023
East Africa: Kenya, Djibouti & Tanzania - Facts & Figures January - December 2022
To respond to the worst drought in decades crippling East Africa, specifically Kenya, the organization launched an emergency response with the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS),… Read more »
January 31, 2023
Ethiopia: Ethiopia Bulletin, January - December 2022
The situation in northern Ethiopia was again highly volatile over the course of 2022. Read more »
February 02, 2023
South Sudan: Human Toll of Conflict and Violence Strains Healthcare System
In recent months, hospitals in South Sudan have been facing an influx of weapon-wounded patients due to renewed clashes across the country. As a result, the International Committee… Read more »
January 30, 2023
East Africa: As Humanitarian Situation Deteriorates, ICRC Increases Assistance and Protection Services for Most Vulnerable
Statement from Mirjana Spoljaric, the president of the ICRC, following a visit to the Horn of Africa. Read more »
January 12, 2023
Africa: DR Congo - the Ongoing Emergency in Rutshuru
The humanitarian crisis triggered by clashes between the Congolese army and fighters from the March 23 Movement (M23) in Rutshuru territory, in the eastern part of the Democratic… Read more »
December 23, 2022
Nigeria: After Surviving an Explosion, Khadijah Walks Once More
After surviving an explosion, and experiencing a double amputation, Khadijah Modu Abdullahi is walking again. Read more »
December 14, 2022
Libya: ICRC Inaugurates Dormitory Annexed to Benghazi Physical Rehabilitation Centre
On the 14th of December 2022, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) formally opened a newly constructed dormitory annexed to the Physical Rehabilitation Centre of… Read more »
December 05, 2022
Tanzania: University of Dodoma Wins 21st Edition of All Africa Competition On International Humanitarian Law
Students from the University of Dodoma emerged winner of the 21st All Africa International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Competition hosted by the International Committee of the Red Cross… Read more »
Somalia: Food Crisis - Drought, Conflict and the Fight for Survival
Sat on the edge of her bed, Wiilo Maalim Nuuro cradles her daughter, Nafiso. The two-year-old is severely malnourished and is undergoing life-saving treatment. Read more »
November 22, 2022
Kenya: Drought Response - Facts & Figures May - November 2022
According to the Kenyan authorities, over 4.35 million people living mostly in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) face severe food insecurity. Below-average rainfall has protracted… Read more »
December 01, 2022
South Sudan: ICRC Promotes Social Inclusion Through Sports On International Day of Persons With Disabilities
The South Sudan National Wheelchair Basketball team will participate in the 1st African Mix Wheelchair Basketball International Tournament organized by the International Committee… Read more »
December 02, 2022
Africa: Humanitarian Journeys - ICRC Staff Share Their Experiences From the Field - - 2022
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) employs close to 20,000 people in over 100 countries. These humanitarians face unprecedented challenges as they work in… Read more »
December 01, 2022
Libya: ICRC Welcomes Circular Issued By Ministry of Local Government Affirming Local Entities Can Work With the Organization
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) welcomes the affirmation by the Ministry of Local Government that local authorities and entities can work with the ICRC. Read more »
December 06, 2022
Africa: Democratic Republic of the Congo - Humanitarian Aid Challenges in Rutshuru
Fighting in North Kivu, the state of the roads and the scale of needs among residents and displaced persons are all creating major obstacles for humanitarian aid. Read more »
November 16, 2022
Mali: Climate Change in Mali - 'We Drilled Deep but Found Nothing'
Mali, like other countries in the Sahel region, is in the grip of an armed conflict whose impact has been aggravated by climate change. While communities on the ground have shown… Read more »
November 15, 2022
Ethiopia: Lifesaving Medical Supplies Arrive in Tigray
Two trucks full of vital medical supplies arrived in Mekelle on Tuesday in the first aid delivery since fighting resumed last August and the Pretoria and Nairobi agreements were… Read more »
October 05, 2022
Zimbabwe: Midlands State University Win the Zimbabwe National International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition
Midlands State University has won the Zimbabwe National International Humanitarian Law Moot Court competition co-hosted by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and… Read more »
September 21, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: 'I'm 36 - and I Have 16 Children'
Hélène's village was attacked by armed men, leaving more than a dozen children orphaned. Hélène took them in. Overnight, the now 36-year-old found… Read more »
September 30, 2022
Congo-Kinshasa: ICRC Activities From January to June 2022
The International Committee of the Red Cross in DR Congo promotes respect for international humanitarian law and helps people affected by conflict and violence to meet their needs,… Read more »
September 19, 2022
Africa: Humanitarian Crisis Fuels Hardship for People With Disabilities in Afar
The humanitarian needs in Afar are huge. Many people living with disabilities do not have access to medical services. Read more »
September 01, 2022
Ethiopia: Ethiopia - Facts and Figures January - June 2022
In the first half of 2022, the humanitarian needs remained unfortunately immense in Ethiopia. Read more »
September 05, 2022
Mozambique: Access to Healthcare Made Easier Though a Mobile Clinic
To provide easier access to health care for Tânia and her community, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) opened a mobile clinic. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya, Djibouti and Tanzania - Facts and Figures June 2022
During the reporting period, activities of the regional delegation of the ICRC in Nairobi continued generally according to plan. However, with worsening food insecurity in Kenya… Read more »