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Uganda launches new initiative to strengthen emergency care and save lives

Country: Uganda Source: World Health Organization Kampala, Uganda – Every day across Uganda, health workers face life-or-death emergencies: a child struggling to breathe from severe pneumonia, a mother experiencing postpartum haemorrhage, a victim of a road traffic crash, or a patient arriving with severe asthma or diabetic complications. In many of these situations, survival depends on what happens in the first few minutes of care. Recognizing the urgent need to improve emergency care, the Ministry of Health, with technical and financial support from the World Health Organization (WHO), WHO Foundation Laerdal Foundation and partners, [IS1.1][KK1.2]has launched the Acute Care Transformation through Basic Emergency Care (ACTxBEC) Initiative, a nationwide effort aimed at strengthening frontline emergency care services and reducing avoidable deaths. The initiative seeks to improve the ability of health workers to recognize, assess and manage life-threatening conditions quickly and effectively, while strengthening the systems that support emergency care across Uganda. Why emergency care matters Uganda faces a growing burden of acute illnesses and injuries. More than half of the 855.6 emergency cases per 100,000 population recorded in the 2024/25 financial year were trauma-related. At the same time, pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of death among children under five, while postpartum haemorrhage continues to be a major cause of maternal deaths. Road traffic injuries also claim thousands of lives every year. Many of these deaths can be prevented through timely triage, early recognition of severe illness, rapid stabilization, effective teamwork and prompt referral. Evidence from previous implementation of the BEC course developed by WHO, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and International Federation of Emergency Medicine (IFEM) shows that strengthening emergency care skills can significantly improve patient outcomes. Studies in Uganda and other low- and middle-income countries found reductions in hospital mortality ranging from 34% to 50% after implementing the programme. Scaling up lifesaving emergency care At the heart of ACTxBEC is a commitment to ensuring that health workers across Uganda have the skills and support needed to provide timely, quality emergency care when every second counts. The initiative combines self-paced online learning with hands-on training, team simulations, workplace drills and ongoing mentorship, helping health workers strengthen their competence, confidence and teamwork in managing life-threatening emergencies. Over the next three years, the initiative will be rolled out in 200 health facilities across 85 districts, reaching approximately 2,400 healthcare providers. Participating facilities will establish trained champions to lead regular simulation exercises, mentoring and continuous learning, ensuring that skills are maintained long after the initial training is completed. Beyond training, the initiative will use routine data and quality improvement approaches to strengthen emergency care systems and inform future policy and practice. By 2028, Uganda aims to have 200 health facilities better equipped to provide timely, safe and effective emergency care, contributing to lower hospital mortality and better outcomes for patients facing critical illness and injury. Uganda is one of four countries implementing the ACTxBEC Initiative, alongside Ethiopia, Rwanda and Tanzania. The multi-country programme provides an opportunity to generate evidence on how strengthening emergency care through training, simulation, mentorship and continuous learning can improve clinical outcomes. Lessons from the four countries will help inform future efforts to strengthen emergency care systems across the region and beyond. A shared commitment to better care The launch brought together government officials, health professionals, academic institutions and development partners committed to improving emergency care services in Uganda. The Ministry of Health is leading implementation through a national coordination mechanism, while WHO is providing technical support and oversight. The African Federation for Emergency Medicines and the Emergency Care Association of Uganda are supporting the implementation of the BEC courses in health facilities. “When we manage emergency as well, we prevent 50% of the poor outcomes. I am glad that our partners are standing with us in this endeavor, which makes our health systems more resilient for everyone,” said Dr Charles Olaro, Director General for Health Services and the Chair of the National Coordination Committee for the ACTxBEC initiative, speaking on behalf of the Hon Minister of Health, Dr Chris Baryomunsi. Speaking at the launch, the WHO Representative to Uganda, Dr Kasonde Mwinga highlighted the transformative potential of strengthening emergency care systems. “Every day, children, mothers and families face medical emergencies where survival depends on the quality of care delivered in the first few minutes. The Acute Care Transformation Initiative is an investment in the skills, systems and teamwork needed to ensure that when emergencies happen, lifesaving care is available where and when it is needed most,” Dr Mwinga stated. Investing in universal health coverage Beyond improving emergency services, ACTxBEC is expected to contribute to Uganda's broader health goals, including Universal Health Coverage, quality of care and health system resilience. Strong emergency care systems not only save lives every day but also improve preparedness for outbreaks, disasters and other public health emergencies. The initiative reflects a growing recognition that access to timely, quality emergency care is essential to a resilient health system. As Uganda embarks on this ambitious scale-up, the message is clear: the knowledge and tools to save lives already exist. The challenge now is ensuring that these life-saving skills reach every health facility, every health worker and every patient who needs them. Media contacts Ibrahim Suhuyini Sayibu Communications Officer WHO Uganda Country Office Call/WhatsApp: +256 770 639274 Email: ibrahim.sayibur@who.int Benjamin Sensasi Health Promotion Advisor Tel. : +256 414 335505 Cell: +256 772 507906 Email: sensasib@who.int

ReliefWebReliefWeb•World Health Organization11 Sept

Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty

Country: Lebanon Source: International Committee of the Red Cross After months of hostilities, many families across Lebanon are returning to find their homes damaged, services such as health care disrupted, and their sources of income lost. For some, current conditions still make return impossible. Entire towns and villages in Lebanon have suffered widespread destruction and remain largely inaccessible following intense hostilities and destruction. As of 26 August 2026, more than 334,000 people remained displaced, unable to return because of security concerns, damage and limited access to essential services. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is scaling up and adapting its response to the evolving situation by continuing to help address the immediate needs of the affected population, while supporting the restoration of services, early recovery and livelihoods to help communities return and recover. Bringing health care closer to communities Access to health care remains limited, particularly in areas of return where services have been disrupted. Only 4% of households surveyed by the World Health Organization in southern Lebanon and Beirut’s southern suburbs reported full access to health care following the closure of dozens of primary health-care centres and several hospitals during the escalation. Medical facilities have also faced shortage in essential supplies and damage to infrastructure with attacks affecting health-care personnel and services being reported. Since April 16, the ICRC has supported more than 70 medical and health care facilities and services, including 12 hospitals, 21 primary health-care centres, 4 mobile medical units, 23 emergency medical service centres, and physical rehabilitation centres, with essential medical supplies, medications, consumables, equipment and other critical support. This assistance has been essential in helping these facilities remain operational and continue providing essential health-care services to conflict-affected communities. Capacity-building activities have also been resumed to enhance emergency preparedness of key health care facilities. In areas where communities have no direct access to health-care facilities and medical personnel are unable to reach those in need, the ICRC stands ready to operate mobile medical units to bring health care closer to those in need. Meanwhile, ICRC is still supporting the mobile medical units deployed by the Lebanese Red Cross in the Tebnine catchment area, and the Ministry of Social Affairs in the Marjayoun catchment area. These efforts aim to help ensure that lack of essential health-care services does not become another obstacle for families trying to rebuild their lives. Supporting families to regain their livelihoods The consequences of the conflict are also economic. Many families have lost businesses, agricultural equipment, livestock, or other sources of income, leaving them dependent on assistance even after returning home. The impact has been particularly severe in agricultural communities, with an estimated 72% of farmers reporting losses of income and a drastic decrease in agricultural production according to the Ministry of Agriculture. The ICRC has started livelihood assessments of conflict-affected communities to better understand their needs and identify opportunities to help families restore their sources of income and regain greater independence. Supporting sustainable livelihoods is an important step towards moving from immediate relief to longer-term recovery. Strengthening access to clean water For returning families, functioning water networks, health-care facilities and other essential services are fundamental to making their return sustainable. The ICRC strengthened access to essential water and health services across affected areas by repairing and rehabilitating pumping stations, boreholes and water networks; installing and donating pumps, generators, solar systems and other critical equipment; and delivering more than 135,000 litres of fuel to 70 water stations in the south. The ICRC also supported water establishments by maintaining 41 vehicles, providing essential equipment and tools, and facilitating access for technical teams to carry out urgent repairs. In the health sector, the ICRC helped maintain the continuity of hospital services by delivering nearly 240,000 litres of fuel, as well as oxygen, LPG and water; providing generators, maintenance materials and other essential supplies; carrying out urgent maintenance and repairs, including to conflict-related damage; and improving hospital infrastructure through the installation of cold storage and storage facilities, solar systems. The ICRC further supported municipalities and the Lebanese Red Cross by providing search and rescue equipment, fuel and solar lamps, and improving water and sanitation systems in six collective shelters. Together with the South Lebanon Water Establishment, the ICRC built a remote monitoring and operation centre for pumping stations serving southern Lebanon.That system enables engineers to remotely monitor and operate connected water stations, receive real-time alerts and respond more quickly to equipment failures, leaks and power cuts. By improving the management of the network, the system helps strengthen the reliability of water services for communities across southern Lebanon. Supporting return and recovery Today, the ICRC's work in Lebanon combines continued assistance and protection to restore essential health care, water services and support livelihoods in communities affected by the conflict. For families returning home, these efforts are about being able to live in their communities again, access basic services, earn an income and begin rebuilding their lives with dignity. In parallel, the ICRC continues its bilateral confidential dialogue with the parties to the conflict on the protection of civilians, health-care services and critical infrastructure essential to the provision of basic services. The ICRC also continues to support families searching for missing relatives. For tens of thousands of people across Lebanon, recovery has only just begun. For many others, the path to recovery remains challenging, as conditions continue to affect their return home and their ability to rebuild their lives. “I would like to walk again along the beach in Tyr, and to feel the sense of safety we used to feel before, without the fear that a missile might target us at any moment, or that we go out and return only to discover that those we love, or our family members, are no longer there.” – Rita from Tyr in southern Lebanon

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Committee of the Red Cross11 Sept

World: DTM Insight June 2026

Country: World Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. INTRODUCTION The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is part of the United Nations System and stands as the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration. The Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) is IOM’s primary data collection programme. Operational in over 100 countries since 2004 and in 76 countries in 2025, DTM gathers and analyses data to disseminate critical multi-layered information on the mobility, vulnerabilities, and needs of displaced and mobile populations, enabling decision makers and responders to provide these populations with better context specific assistance. PURPOSE The DTM Insight report seeks to enhance accessibility to DTM data and analysis by providing monthly updates on human mobility in locations where DTM is operational. Structured according to the IOM Strategic Plan (2024-2028), the report is organized by the Plan’s three key priorities: saving lives, driving solutions and facilitating regular migration pathways. Under each strategic priority, the DTM Insight report presents a series of data updates that include a concise overview of the context, along with succinct summaries of key findings drawn from the latest DTM publications. The updates also specify the relevant data collection period and include a link to the DTM publication, allowing readers to further explore the full analysis. By aligning the report with the IOM's strategic framework and highlighting salient insights from DTM's data and analysis, the DTM Insight aims to provide readers with a clear and comprehensive understanding of recent mobility dynamics. JUNE 2026 EDITION The June 2026 edition of the DTM Insight report highlights the first national estimate of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) due to disasters in Bangladesh, and mobility trends due to military escalations in Lebanon under Saving Lives. It features IDP’s progress towards durable solutions to displacement in Haiti under Driving Solutions. Under Regular Pathways, it includes Syrian nationals’ future intentions in Belgium and updates on cross-border mobility from Myanmar to Thailand.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration11 Sept

Nepal: Flash Floods - LTC Situation Report (Telecoms Area) #2 (Reporting period: 05 – 11 September 2026)

Country: Nepal Sources: Emergency Telecommunications Cluster, Logistics Cluster, World Food Programme Please refer to the attached file. This Situation Report provides an update on the humanitarian situation following the flash floods that struck Nepal on 26 August 2026. Since the activation of the Logistics & Telecommunications Cluster (LTC) 1 on 02 September, the LTC Telecoms Area has supported humanitarian partners through telecommunications coordination, assessments, connectivity services and information management. The report highlights the latest situation, telecommunications impacts and LTC Telecoms activities. Summary Points • Following the activation of the Logistics and Telecommunications Cluster (LTC) on 02 September, a Telecoms Coordinator arrived in Kathmandu on 05 September for an initial two-week mission. The deployment is supporting the identification and prioritization of telecommunications requirements at common humanitarian operational locations, strengthening coordination with government and response partners. • The Government has requested support to deploy sustainable backup-power solutions for telecommunications towers, prioritizing inaccessible sites where disrupted fuel supply routes had rendered generator-dependent operations unsustainable and placed continuity of critical connectivity at risk. • The LTC Telecoms Coordinator is developing a twomonth response plan outlining priority telecommunications requirements, coordination actions and potential support activities.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•World Food Programme11 Sept

World: Islamic Relief Ramadan Programme 2026

Countries: World, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kenya, Lebanon, Malawi, occupied Palestinian territory, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Sudan Source: Islamic Relief Please refer to the attached file. This report is a testament to what collective will and action can achieve even in the most challenging of times. The world today is shaped by converging crises. Conflict, climate shocks and economic hardship continue to erode the livelihoods of millions, pushing vulnerable communities further into the margins. It is against this backdrop that Islamic Relief’s Ramadan Food Assistance Programme carries its greatest meaning. This report documents our efforts to deliver essential food support across 35 countries, reaching nearly 955,000 individuals during the blessed month of Ramadan. Our purpose extended beyond alleviating immediate hunger. We were equally committed to offering our supporters a meaningful and dignified avenue through which to fulfil their religious obligation of giving, connecting the act of charity to real, visible impact in communities that needed it most. Our Ramadan food assistance distributions were carried out efficiently and on time, including in some of the world’s most demanding humanitarian environments such as Lebanon, Gaza and Sudan. None of the work presented in this report was accomplished without difficulty. Financial constraints were real and the scale of need on the ground grew more than ever. Yet, our country teams, local partners and volunteers responded effectively to the challenge with professionalism and dedication. This report does not claim to capture every effort or every act of service that took place. What it does reflect is the spirit of an organisation united in its commitment to uphold the dignity and wellbeing of those we serve. To every Islamic Relief family member, donor, partner, staff and volunteer who gave of their time, resources and energy, I offer my sincere and heartfelt gratitude. May Allah (SWT) accept this humble effort, bless all who contributed, and reward them in ways that no report could ever adequately measure.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Islamic Relief11 Sept

Sudan Situation Analysis: [24/8/2026] - [30/8/2026]

Country: Sudan Source: Data Friendly Space Please refer to the attached file. Executive Summary The Sudan crisis continues to represent one of the world's most severe humanitarian emergencies, with the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) driving unprecedented levels of displacement, violence, and suffering. This GANNET SituationHub report provides a comprehensive analysis of the operational environment and sectoral conditions affecting humanitarian response across Sudan. This analysis, produced through GANNET SituationHub's AI-powered platform with human-in-the-loop verification, synthesizes data from thousands of humanitarian sources to provide actionable insights for decision-makers, field teams, and donors responding to the Sudan crisis. The platform's real-time monitoring capabilities enable rapid identification of emerging needs and coordination gaps critical for effective humanitarian response. SituationHub: https://analysis.gannet.ai/sudan

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Data Friendly Space11 Sept

Myanmar Situation Analysis: [24/8/2026] - [30/8/2026]

Country: Myanmar Source: Data Friendly Space Please refer to the attached file. Executive Summary Myanmar faces a protracted humanitarian emergency characterized by widespread displacement, ongoing armed conflict, severe economic deterioration, and compounding natural disasters. The crisis demands sustained international attention and coordinated humanitarian response across multiple sectors. The Myanmar crisis requires sustained engagement across diplomatic, humanitarian, and development channels. Immediate priorities include scaling humanitarian assistance, protecting civilian infrastructure, and maintaining pressure for political resolution while preparing for long-term recovery and resilience-building efforts. This analysis, produced through GANNET SituationHub's AI-powered platform with human-in-the-loop verification, synthesizes data from thousands of humanitarian sources to provide actionable insights for decision-makers, field teams, and donors responding to the Myanmar crisis. The platform's real-time monitoring capabilities enable rapid identification of emerging needs and coordination gaps critical for effective humanitarian response. SituationHub: https://analysis.gannet.ai/myanmar

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Data Friendly Space11 Sept

occupied Palestinian territory (oPt) Situation Analysis: [24/8/2026] - [30/8/2026]

Country: occupied Palestinian territory Source: Data Friendly Space Please refer to the attached file. Executive Summary The Occupied Palestinian Territories face a catastrophic humanitarian crisis marked by severe food insecurity, mass displacement, and the near-collapse of essential services. In Gaza, the majority of the population relies entirely on humanitarian assistance, with widespread destruction of housing, health facilities, water infrastructure, and educational institutions compounding the challenges faced by displaced families. Harsh winter conditions, repeated evacuation orders, and constrained humanitarian access continue to threaten the safety and well-being of civilians, with children, pregnant women, and other vulnerable groups bearing a disproportionate burden. In the West Bank, escalating military operations, settler violence, and movement restrictions have driven significant displacement and disrupted access to livelihoods, healthcare, and education. Economic contraction and rising unemployment have eroded household resilience, while demolitions and settlement expansion threaten further territorial fragmentation. Across both territories, humanitarian organizations are working to scale up food assistance, shelter support, health services, and protection programming, yet persistent access barriers, funding shortfalls, and ongoing hostilities continue to outpace the response, leaving Palestinians in urgent need of sustained international support and durable solutions. This analysis, produced through GANNET SituationHub's AI-powered platform with human-in-the-loop verification, synthesizes data from thousands of humanitarian sources to provide actionable insights for decision-makers, field teams, and donors responding to the oPt crisis. The platform's real-time monitoring capabilities enable rapid identification of emerging needs and coordination gaps critical for effective humanitarian response. SituationHub: https://analysis.gannet.ai/opt

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Data Friendly Space11 Sept

Lebanon Situation Analysis: [24/8/2026] - [30/8/2026]

Country: Lebanon Source: Data Friendly Space Please refer to the attached file. Executive Summary This Lebanon SituationHub report provides comprehensive situational analysis and actionable intelligence for humanitarian decision-makers responding to the ongoing crisis in Lebanon. The humanitarian situation in Lebanon requires coordinated, evidence-based response strategies. This SituationHub analysis provides the critical intelligence necessary for effective decision-making, enabling humanitarian actors to respond faster, allocate resources more effectively, and ultimately deliver better outcomes for affected populations. This analysis, produced through GANNET SituationHub's AI-powered platform with human-in-the-loop verification, synthesizes data from thousands of humanitarian sources to provide actionable insights for decision-makers, field teams, and donors responding to the Lebanon crisis. The platform's real-time monitoring capabilities enable rapid identification of emerging needs and coordination gaps critical for effective humanitarian response. SituationHub: https://analysis.gannet.ai/lebanon

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Data Friendly Space11 Sept

World Vision International Nepal Rasuwa – Nuwakot Flash Flood Emergency Response - Situation update 5 | 10 September, 2026

Country: Nepal Source: World Vision Please refer to the attached file. The situation report highlights the scale of the crisis and the ongoing humanitarian response. Key updates include: 1,367 deaths recorded 84,000 people in need of humanitarian assistance 22,000 children affected 50,000 people in need of psychosocial support 19,284 households affected The report also outlines World Vision International Nepal's response across four priority sectors: WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) Emergency Food Assistance Emergency Shelter Assistance Child Protection As of 9 September 2026, World Vision, in coordination with local partners and authorities, has supported: 1,896 people with life-saving humanitarian assistance, including 863 children (46%) 455 people , including 182 children , with shelter kits 320 people , including 128 children , with hygiene and dignity kits 116 children through two Child Friendly Spaces in Bidur The report further details response targets for both the relief and recovery phases, operational areas, affected districts, funding needs, sectoral interventions, coordination efforts, challenges, and planned activities to support the recovery of affected communities over the coming months.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•World Vision11 Sept

DR Congo: Cluster Protection RDC : aperçu du monitoring de protection : Faits saillants et tendances majeures (juillet et août 2026)

Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo Source: Protection Cluster Please refer to the attached Infographic. En juillet et août 2026, l'environnement de protection au Nord-Kivu n'a connu aucune amélioration : intensification des affrontements entre le groupe armé et des coalitions de groupes armés, multiplication des incursions et embuscades motivées par la recherche de vivres, et persistance des représailles contre les civils soupçonnés de collusion. Ces violences ont provoqué de nombreuses exactions, une aggravation des violences sexuelles aux abords du parc national des Virunga et d'importants déplacements forcés. Principaux faits saillants de la période : Baisse sensible des attaques d'envergure des présumés d’un groupe armé en août grâce aux patrouilles, mais hausse des extorsions, de la taxation illégale et des meurtres ciblés à Beni. Nouvelles vagues de déplacements forcés et préventifs liées aux affrontements et aux repositionnements d'éléments armés dans le Masisi et à Walikale. Structures de la riposte à la maladie à virus Ebola de nouveau prises pour cible par des acteurs armés, entravant l'accès des populations aux soins à Butembo. Enlèvements collectifs de femmes suivis de viols signalés, principalement dans le parc national des Virunga, à Nyiragongo et à Walikale.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Protection Cluster11 Sept

DR Congo: Cluster Protection RDC : Aperçu du monitoring de protection commun dans la province du Nord-Kivu des mois de juillet et août 2026

Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo Source: Protection Cluster Please refer to the attached file. En juillet et août 2026, l'environnement de protection au Nord-Kivu n'a connu aucune amélioration : intensification des affrontements entre le groupe armé et des coalitions de groupes armés, multiplication des incursions et embuscades motivées par la recherche de vivres, et persistance des représailles contre les civils soupçonnés de collusion. Ces violences ont provoqué de nombreuses exactions, une aggravation des violences sexuelles aux abords du parc national des Virunga et d'importants déplacements forcés. Principaux faits saillants de la période : Baisse sensible des attaques d'envergure des présumés d’un groupe armé en août grâce aux patrouilles, mais hausse des extorsions, de la taxation illégale et des meurtres ciblés à Beni. Nouvelles vagues de déplacements forcés et préventifs liées aux affrontements et aux repositionnements d'éléments armés dans le Masisi et à Walikale. Structures de la riposte à la maladie à virus Ebola de nouveau prises pour cible par des acteurs armés, entravant l'accès des populations aux soins à Butembo. Enlèvements collectifs de femmes suivis de viols signalés, principalement dans le parc national des Virunga, à Nyiragongo et à Walikale.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Protection Cluster11 Sept

El desplazamiento en Yemen supera alarmantemente las 46.000 personas ante la escalada de los combates, según la Directora General de la OIM

Country: Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Ginebra, 11 de septiembre de 2026 — Al menos 46.000 personas han sido desplazadas en Yemen desde que los combates se intensificaron la semana pasada, informó hoy la Organización Internacional para las Migraciones (OIM). La cifra aumenta de manera alarmante hora tras hora. La OIM insta a todas las partes en conflicto a garantizar un acceso humanitario seguro y a proteger a la población civil, a los trabajadores humanitarios y a las instalaciones y bienes humanitarios. "Las familias se ven obligadas a huir por segunda o tercera vez en este conflicto, sin apenas nada", declaró Amy Pope, Directora General de la OIM. "A medida que se extienden los combates, resulta más difícil hacer llegar asistencia vital a las personas. Necesitamos urgentemente un acceso seguro y sin trabas. Todas las partes deben proteger a los civiles y a los trabajadores humanitarios, así como salvaguardar los suministros, vehículos e instalaciones de los que dependemos para prestar ayuda". La cifra abarca las gobernaciones de la Costa Oeste y Taiz hasta el día de ayer, y continúa en aumento. Durante la noche, se informó de la salida de un gran número de personas de la ciudad de Mokha con sus pertenencias. El equipo de la Matriz de Seguimiento de Desplazamientos (DTM) de la OIM trabaja para obtener cifras actualizadas que informen al sistema humanitario y orienten la respuesta de emergencia, aunque la comunicación con las zonas afectadas sigue siendo muy difícil debido a las interrupciones generalizadas de las telecomunicaciones. Se han registrado nuevas llegadas a las gobernaciones de Lahj y Adén, y los informes indican también desplazamientos hacia el norte, en dirección a Ibb. Se ha informado del vaciado de aldeas enteras en Maqbanah, Jabal Habashi y Al Ma'afer a medida que los enfrentamientos se acercaban a zonas pobladas. Según se informa, la carretera Mokha-Taiz, una ruta de suministro clave, ha quedado cortada, y las comunidades de acogida de la región se encuentran bajo una presión creciente. Desde el inicio del conflicto, la OIM ha estado atendiendo a las poblaciones desplazadas a través de sus equipos especializados en alojamiento, tierras y propiedad, coordinación y gestión de campamentos (CCCM), entre otros. Debido al deterioro de la situación de seguridad, todos los movimientos operativos han sido suspendidos temporalmente a partir de hoy. La OIM hace un llamamiento a todas las partes para que garanticen un acceso humanitario seguro y sostenido; garanticen la seguridad del personal humanitario, las instalaciones y los bienes humanitarios en todo el país; y restablezcan las comunicaciones y las rutas de transporte necesarias para distribuir la asistencia. Las reservas de emergencia ya se han agotado debido a la reciente respuesta ante las inundaciones, y las necesidades más urgentes son refugio, alimentos, agua, artículos para el hogar, atención sanitaria y apoyo en materia de protección. Para más información, póngase en contacto con el Centro de Prensa de la OIM .

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration11 Sept

World: Safe to Move: Protecting Every Child’s Freedom to Move, Play, Learn and Dream

Country: World Source: FundLife International Every child should be able to move safely, have space to play, continue learning, and imagine a future beyond their circumstances. Yet for millions of children, conflict, displacement, climate hazards, poverty and unsafe communities continue to limit these basic freedoms. On September 11, 2026, FundLife International launched Safe to Move , a global initiative built around a simple shared belief: every child, everywhere, should be safe to move. Today, children are increasingly experiencing overlapping challenges. UNICEF estimates that 1.1 billion children are exposed to at least three climate hazards, while more than 473 million children live in areas affected by conflict. Close to 49 million children have also been displaced by conflict and violence. While these experiences differ, their impact can be similar: children lose safe spaces, learning is disrupted, opportunities to play and participate become limited, and their ability to imagine a different future becomes harder. “Children today are growing up in a world where disruption is becoming normal,” said Marko Kasic, Founder of FundLife International . “For some, that disruption is war. For others, it is displacement, flooding, extreme heat, poverty, or unsafe communities. The causes are different, but the consequence can be the same: children lose their right to a safe childhood.” Safe to Move responds to these realities through four interconnected commitments: Safe to Move , so every child can move safely; Free to Play , so every child has space to play and belong; Ready to Learn , so every child can access learning and opportunity; and Born to Dream , so every child can imagine a future beyond their circumstances. At the centre of the initiative is the Red Balloon , a symbol of childhood, possibility, freedom and hope. Schools, communities, athletes, organisations, businesses and individuals will be invited to carry the Red Balloon and turn its message into meaningful action. Safe to Move builds on more than a decade of FundLife’s work alongside children experiencing poverty, disasters, displacement and inequality. Since being established following Typhoon Haiyan in 2013, FundLife has worked through sport, play, education, mentoring and community-based programmes to create opportunities for children and young people to participate, learn and thrive. The initiative was introduced during AT ONE IMPACT WEEK 2026 in Singapore , where FundLife began building connections with partners who can help carry the message further. Among those supporting Safe to Move is Ann Pow , a Malaysian endurance athlete and FundLife Impact Athlete, recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the first Malaysian woman to complete an Ultraman. “Being free to move has allowed me to discover what I am capable of,” Pow said. “Every child should have that same basic freedom—to move safely, to explore, to grow and to dream.” In 2027, Ann will take on Run 13, 13 full marathons in 13 consecutive days across all 13 states of Malaysia, using endurance running to raise awareness and support for children and girls who continue to face barriers to education, safety and opportunity. Through Safe to Move, FundLife is inviting people and communities around the world to stand behind a belief that should be universal: every child deserves the freedom to move safely, play, learn and dream. Safe to Move. Free to Play. Ready to Learn. Born to Dream.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•FundLife International11 Sept

oPt: Gaza Protection Cluster Snapshot | Protection Monitoring | Reporting Period From 1 August - 31 August 2026

Country: occupied Palestinian territory Sources: Protection Cluster, UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Please refer to the attached file. INTRODUCTION Findings from the current reporting period indicate that protection risks affecting displaced populations across Gaza remain protracted and interconnected , with inadequate shelter, water shortages, poor sanitation, economic hardship, and barriers to essential services continuing to undermine safety, dignity, and wellbeing. Communities reported that prolonged displacement in deteriorating tents, combined with extreme summer heat, inadequate waste management, unsafe sanitation conditions, and limited access to safe water, is contributing to worsening health concerns and increasing tensions over scarce resources. These pressures are particularly affecting children, women and girls, older persons, and persons with disabilities , who face additional barriers to maintaining privacy, accessing services, and meeting basic needs safely and independently. The findings also point to the cumulative impact of prolonged displacement on household and community resilience . Economic pressure and limited livelihood opportunities are forcing families to make increasingly difficult choices between competing basic needs, including borrowing, purchasing on credit, reducing expenditure, and, in some cases, selling or exchanging assistance to meet other priorities. Children and young people continue to face disrupted education, increased household responsibilities, and diminished future prospects, while persistent financial and psychological pressures are contributing to tensions within households and communities. Despite these challenges, family networks, community committees, volunteers, women’s and youth groups, and other informal structures continue to provide critical support, facilitate access to assistance, and help manage community tensions. The Protection Monitoring System (PMS) continues to provide timely and systematic evidence on protection risks affecting displaced populations across Gaza. Through a combination of Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) , the system captures both quantitative trends and qualitative community perspectives to inform protection analysis and response planning. This snapshot presents an overview of current protection risk severity scores, examines how key risks have evolved since monitoring began in August 2024 , and highlights the priority protection concerns, impacts, coping mechanisms, and community capacities identified during the most recent reporting period.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights11 Sept

World: Attacks on Health Care Bi-Monthly News Brief, 19 - 31 August 2026

Countries: World, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lebanon, Mexico, Myanmar, Sudan, Ukraine, Yemen Source: Insecurity Insight Please refer to the attached file. Armed drone strikes affecting health care occurred in multiple contexts, including direct attacks on hospitals, as part of wider assaults on towns and during multiple strike attacks targeting health workers conducting search and rescue operations. In total, these drone strikes damaged or destroyed health care facilities on 246 occasions and killed 37 health workers while injuring 124 others. The strikes disrupted service delivery through program closures, reduced access and staff shortages, as well as the psychological impact on the health work force. The use of drone-delivered explosives impacting health care surged by 43% in 2025, with 410 incidents recorded, compared to 286 in 2024. These incidents accounted for 34% of all incidents where explosive weapons affected health care in 2025, up from 16% in 2024. Incidents were reported in 12 countries in 2025 – one more than in 2024 – with new incidents of drone use impacting health care documented in the DRC, Iran, and Yemen. SHCC Attacks on Health Care This section aligns with the definition of attacks on health care used by the Safeguarding Health in Conflict Coalition (SHCC). Africa Democratic Republic of the Congo 19 August 2026: In Birambizo locality, Rutshuru territory, North Kivu province, Birambizo General Referral Hospital was looted by unidentified armed perpetrators, who stole medicines, medical equipment and office supplies. The looting occurred on the same day that the hospital resumed activities following nearly four days of suspension, disrupting the provision of healthcare and access to care. Source: All Africa Publicly reported incidents affecting Ebola response measures in the DRC 17 August 2026: In Kandoyi village, Aru territory, Ituri province, Kandoyi Health Centre was vandalised, and health workers were threatened by community members amid tensions related to the Ebola response, forcing almost all patients to leave the facility, including recently operated patients and pregnant women. Only a few health workers returned to provide minimal emergency services, while the medical director returned to the facility on 22 August under protection from the Congolese National Police (PNC). Source: Radio Okapi 18 August 2026: In Malikuti village, Rungu health zone, Haut-Uélé province, two Red Cross volunteers conducting an Ebola burial were attacked and injured by local community members and later were evacuated to Isiro for medical care. Sources: All Africa , Health Policy Watch and International Committee of the Red Cross 19 August 2026: In Beni city, North Kivu province, three Red Cross volunteers participating in Ebola response activities were attacked and injured by a group of individuals, disrupting the provision of emergency health and humanitarian services. Equipment used in the intervention was also destroyed. Sources: All Africa , Health Policy Watch and International Committee of the Red Cross 19 August 2026: In Kasanga Tuha village, Bunji health zone, North Kivu province, an Ebola safe and dignified burial team was attacked by unidentified perpetrators, killing and injuring an unspecified number of people. Source: Actualite 19 August 2026: In Mungamba village, Komanda health zone, Irumu territory, Ituri province, a vehicle used by an Ebola safe and dignified burial team was stoned and damaged by unidentified perpetrators while the team was conducting response activities. The team was subsequently escorted by the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC). Source: Actualite 27 August 2026: In Vuromo-Kakuva locality, Mukuna area, Katwa Health zone, Beni territory, North Kivu province, Bethesda Dispensary was set on fire by unidentified perpetrators at around 0100hrs amid rumours linked to the Ebola virus disease. Source: Actualite Data by Insecurity Insight shows that since the outbreak on 21 May and 31 August 2026, 47 attacks on Ebola response measures have been reported in the DRC. Ebola treatment centres have been attacked and damaged 14 times, including nine cases of facilities being deliberately set on fire. In addition,16 response workers were injured and seven others kidnapped. Data is collected daily, with continuous backdating as new sources and incidents are identified or additional information becomes available. Therefore, the data may differ from the version retrieved on 04 September following subsequent updates. Sudan Incident briefs: 19-31 August ; 05-18 August ; 22 July-04 August ; 08-21 July ; 24 June-07 July ; 10-23 June ; 27 May-09 June ; 13-26 May ; 29 April-12 May ; 15-28 April ; 01-14 April ; 18-31 March ; 04-17 March ; All SHCC chapters (EN): 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 ; 2022 ; 2021 . (AR): 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 ; 2022 ; 2021 . Asia Myanmar Incident briefs: 19-31 August : 05-18 August ; 22 July-04 August ; 08-21 July ; 24 June-07 July ; 10-23 June ; 27 May-09 June ; 13-26 May ; 29 April-12 May ; 15-28 April ; 01-14 April ; 18-31 March ; 04-17 March ; All SHCC chapters: Burmese: 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 . English: 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 : 2022 ; 2021 Europe Ukraine 19-20 August 2026: In Boryspil city and raion, Kyiv oblast, Red Cross facilities were damaged by a nine-hour overnight Russian attack using dozens of missiles and jet-powered drones. Sources: Censor and Prime Minister of Ukraine 22 August 2026: In Snihurivka city and urban hromada, Bashtanka raion, Mykolaiv oblast, a health facility and a pharmacy were damaged by three Russian drones in the morning. Sources: Korabelov.info and UA Varta 23 August 2026: In Kherson city and oblast, a Ukrainian Red Cross Society warehouse caught fire following a Russian drone attack, damaging and destroying supplies worth more than 620,000 USD. No staff or volunteers were injured. Sources: Ukrainian Red Cross and UN News 24 August 2026: In Arkhanhelivka village, Izium raion and oblast, a medical facility was damaged by Russian shelling. Sources: Magnolia TV and UA Varta 31 August 2026: In Kherson city, raion and oblast, a health facility was struck by a Russian drone at around 0645hrs, injuring two health workers: 69-year-old woman and a 62-year-old man who suffered concussion, blast injuries and closed head injuries. Sources: Antikor , Intent , Mezha and Pravda Insecurity Insight identified over 3,300 attacks on Ukraine’s health facilities, health workers and infrastructure since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion on 24 February 2022 to 31 July. Hospitals and clinics were damaged or destroyed 1750 times and 489 health workers killed. 115 attacks impacted services provided for women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period. A further 143 attacks impacted services that provide health care to children. SHCC Chapters: EN: 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 ; 2022 . UK: 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 Middle East and North Africa Lebanon 24 August 2026: In Doha–Kafr Mann area, Nabatieh district and governorate, an Al-Risala Health Association ambulance was struck by a stun grenade launched by an Israeli drone while its medics were conducting a survey of the area, in an attempt to force them to leave the scene following a previous Israeli strike. Source: Im Lebanon Occupied Palestinian territory Incident briefs: 19-31 August ; 05-18 August ; 22 July-04 August ; 08-21 July ; 24 June-07 July ; 10-23 June ; 27 May-09 June ; 13-26 May ; 29 April-12 May ; 15-28 April ; 01-14 April ; 18-31 March ; 04-17 March ; 18 February-03 March ; 04-17 February ; All SHCC Chapters (EN): 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 ; 2022 ; 2021 . (AR): 2025 ; 2024 ; 2023 ; 2022 ; 2021 Yemen 25 August 2026: In Sana'a city, Amanat Al-Asimah governorate, Al-Ahli Modern Hospital was surrounded and stormed by Houthi forces and established an armed camp near its entrance. A doctor was assaulted. Sources: Al Montasaf and Khabar Agency 29 August 2026: In Houthi-controlled areas, Houthi forces refused to allow the entry of a shipment of children's vaccines unless the UN reopened offices and resumed activities in areas under their control. The shipment was intended to be distributed free of charge to children amid shortages of vaccines and increased risks of diseases including measles and polio. The UN has demanded the release of detained staff, the return of seized assets and the lifting of restrictions on humanitarian organisations' activities. Source: Al Montasaf and News Yemen The Americas Mexico 21 August 2026: In Atlitenco de Altamira neighbourhood, Chilpancingo city, Guerrero state, a doctor was shot and killed in her home by armed men who opened fire at her. Sources: Infobae and Reforma 25 August 2026: In Arenillas city, Chihuahua state, a man purchasing medication at the pharmacy of Arenillas Basic Hospital was killed by an unidentified armed perpetrator in front of the facility. National Police officers consequently cordoned off the area. Source: Jubones Public Radio As reported on 27 August 2026: In Tijuana city, Baja California state, a patient who was being treated for an earlier gunshot wound was killed in the emergency room of Tijuana General Hospital by a man disguised as a health worker in the daytime. Source: Complaints IMSS Mexico

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