February 06
Sudan: Protect Civilians Trapped in Crisis in South Kordofan and Blue Nile
South Kordofan and Blue Nile states are on the brink of catastrophe as violence continues to escalate at an alarming rate. Read more »
February 04
Congo-Kinshasa: All Efforts Must Be Mobilized for the Urgent Reopening of Goma Airport
he Humanitarian Coordinator in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Bruno Lemarquis, is calling on all parties to mobilize for the urgent reopening of Goma airport, a crucial access… Read more »
January 30
Congo-Kinshasa: The Extremely Serious Humanitarian Situation in Goma Requires Immediate Attention From the International Community
The Humanitarian Coordinator in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mr. Bruno Lemarquis, reiterates his deep concern over the critical situation in Goma. After several days of… Read more »
January 28
Nigeria: UN High-Level Mission Visits Bama, Borno State, Ahead of Fifth Lake Chad Basin Governors' Forum
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of the UN Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Mr. Leonardo Santos Simão, the SRSG for the UN… Read more »
January 26
Congo-Kinshasa: 'Scale of Suffering in DR Congo Demands Urgent Attention,' UN Deputy Relief Chief Tells Security Council
Briefing to the Security Council on the humanitarian situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo by Joyce Msuya, Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and… Read more »
Sudan: Attack On Hospital in Al Fasher a Shocking Violation and Affront to Humanity
I am appalled by an attack on the Saudi Teaching Maternal Hospital in Al Fasher, North Darfur State, in Sudan on 24 January, which reportedly claimed the lives of at least 70… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Humanitarian Coordinator Expresses Deep Concern Over the Impact of Intensified Fighting Around Goma On Civilians and Humanitarian Operations
The Humanitarian Coordinator in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mr. Bruno Lemarquis, expresses his profound concern regarding the intensification of ongoing fighting around… Read more »
January 24
Nigeria: U.S.$910 Million Needed to Support Humanitarian Efforts in North-East Nigeria in 2025 - UN
A total of just over US$ 910 million is required to respond to the humanitarian needs of 3.6 million people in need of life-saving assistance in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe (BAY)… Read more »
January 23
Sudan: Grave Concerns Over Imminent Threat to Civilians in Al Fasher
(Port Sudan, 23 January 2025) I am deeply alarmed about reports of an imminent attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Al Fasher, North Darfur State, and continue to be gravely… Read more »
January 15
Africa: Gaza Ceasefire Offers Hope, Stakes Remain High, Says UN Relief Chief
Statement by United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher Read more »
December 19, 2024
Sudan: OCHA Appeals to Security Council to Ensure All Aid Relief Routes 'Are Open' in Sudan
Briefing to the Security Council on the humanitarian situation in Sudan by Ms. Edem Wosornu, OCHA Director of Operations and Advocacy, on behalf of Mr. Tom Fletcher,… Read more »
December 18, 2024
South Sudan: South Sudan Humanitarian Fund Allocates $8 Million to Support Cholera Response
The Humanitarian Coordinator for South Sudan, Ms. Anita Kiki Gbeho, has released US$8 million from the South Sudan Humanitarian Fund to support the multisectoral response to the… Read more »
December 16, 2024
South Sudan: Humanitarians Appeal for $1.7 Billion to Assist 5.4 Million People in Need
The humanitarian community in South Sudan launched the 2025 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP), reflecting an appeal for US$1.7 billion to provide lifesaving assistance to… Read more »
Southern Africa: Southern Africa: Tropical Cyclone Chido - Flash Update No. 3, As of 15 December 2024
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December 15, 2024
Southern Africa: Madagascar Assesses Damage from Cyclone Chido as it Moves to Mozambique
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December 13, 2024
Southern Africa: How Cyclone Chido Will Affect Comoros, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius Before Making Landfall in Mozambique
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December 05, 2024
Somalia: U.S.$10 Million Allocated for La Niña Early Response in Somalia
The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary General, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator Mr. George Conway, launched a new allocation of US$5 million from… Read more »
December 04, 2024
Africa: United Nations and Humanitarian Partners Launch U.S.$47 Billion Appeal for 2025 to Support 190 Million People Worldwide
An estimated 305 million people around the world will require humanitarian assistance in the coming year, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs… Read more »
November 29, 2024
Sudan: Polycrisis in Sudan Needs the World's Attention
I have spent the past week traveling across Sudan, talking to communities, leaders, humanitarian partners and our UN family. Read more »
November 28, 2024
Southern Africa: Southern Africa Drought - SADC and Humanitarian Partners Call for Scaled-Up Assistance and Collective Disaster Mitigation Strategies
Urgent assistance is needed to avert deterioration of the humanitarian situation in Southern Africa, as the consequences of a historic El Niño-induced drought threaten to… Read more »
November 14, 2024
Sudan: Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan Welcomes the Decision to Keep Adre Border Crossing Point Open for Aid Supplies for Another Three Months
The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Ms. Clementine Nkweta-Salami, welcomed the decision, on 13 November, by the Sudanese authorities to continue… Read more »
November 12, 2024
Sudan: OCHA Urges Security Council to Act As Sudan Faces 'Unimaginable Suffering' Amid Escalating Violence
Briefing to the Security Council on the humanitarian situation in Sudan by Ramesh Rajasingham, Director, Coordination Division, OCHA, on behalf of Joyce Msuya, Acting… Read more »
November 03, 2024
Somalia: A Path of Compassion - a Doctor's Journey in Somalia
Dr. Hodan Ali Shire was only 10 when her younger sister contracted meningitis and was admitted to a hospital in Somalia's Puntland State. Read more »
October 29, 2024
Nigeria: Extreme Floods Test Survival and Resilience in a Conflict-Ridden Part of Nigeria
Fatima's escape: Displaced and immobile Read more »
October 23, 2024
Sudan: Statement By the Humanitarian Coordination Forum On the Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan, 23 October 2024
The people of Sudan are besieged from every direction. The fighting is closing in, cholera and other diseases are on the rise, and famine and famine-like conditions have gripped… Read more »