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Honduras: Food Security Outlook Update - Primera production losses and high costs drive Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes, August 2026 - January 2027

Country: Honduras Source: Famine Early Warning System Network Please refer to the attached file. Key Messages Through September, Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected in the Dry Corridor and the Gulf of Fonseca region, while most of the country remains Stressed (IPC Phase 2). At the peak of the lean season in August, poor households continue to face depleted food stocks and increased market reliance as elevated staple prices, combined with high transportation and utility costs, constrain purchasing power. Delayed and below-average smallholder primera harvests are limiting seasonal improvements, leading poor households in worst affected areas to rely on negative coping strategies to meet minimum food needs. From October to January 2027, most poor households are expected to improve to Stressed (IPC Phase 2) as harvests and seasonal labor demand increase access to food and income; however, pockets of households in the Dry Corridor and the Gulf of Fonseca are expected to remain in Crisis (IPC Phase 3). The arrival of primera and postrera harvests and agricultural and non-agricultural labor opportunities will improve both food and income through the end of the year. However, below-average production for smallholders and limited purchasing power will likely prevent many poor households from fully recovering in the post-harvest period. Agricultural production costs remain elevated through August due to persistently high fertilizer and fuel costs. Although fertilizer prices showed relative month-on-month stability in July, they remain well above average, impacting preparations for the postrera season. The end of government fuel subsidies in early August is now increasing transportation costs, reinforcing pressures on household budgets. The strengthening El Niño and ongoing meteorological drought in southern Honduras continue to threaten 2026 staple production . Rainfed subsistence farmers have increasingly reported primera maize losses, particularly in the Dry Corridor. While in southern Honduras, deteriorating pasture and water availability due to above-average temperatures have led to reported livestock and poultry losses.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Famine Early Warning System Network11 Sept

Ethiopia Food Security Outlook Update: Historically poor kiremt rainfall linked to El Niño drives meher crop losses, August 2026 - January 2027

Country: Ethiopia Source: Famine Early Warning System Network Please refer to the attached file. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected to persist across many drought-affected cropping and pastoral areas through January 2027 with some households likely to face Emergency (IPC Phase 4) outcomes. Through September, poor households will remain increasingly reliant on markets amid limited income from agricultural labor and elevated food prices. The October harvest is expected to temporarily improve food and income access in central and southern areas, supporting Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes, particularly; however, limited production will sustain Crisis (IPC Phase 3) in the worst-affected areas in the north and east, as the meher harvest is not expected meaningfully replenish food stocks. The June to September kiremt and karan/karma seasons are historically poor with rainfall deficits exceeding 50 percent of average rainfall across much of the country with exceptional drought conditions across nearly all kiremt-receiving areas . The poor rain delayed planting and is driving poor cropping conditions, notably in northern, central, and eastern areas of the country. This is anticipated to result in below-average meher production, which accounts for over 85 percent of national crop production, and reduced income from agricultural labor. In pastoral areas of Afar, pasture is extremely poor and sparsely available at a time when pasture should be lush and green, negatively affecting livestock body conditions. In the northeast, including areas along the Tekeze River and eastern areas of Tigray, poor kiremt rainfall delayed planting, with some farmers replanting twice following poor crop establishment . Most crops are currently at the vegetative to early development stages . In some areas, crop failure is likely as maize is wilted and sorghum is severely stunted and is unlikely to fully recover during the remainder of the growing period across these areas and the lowland areas of East and West Haragrhe. Strengthening El Niño and a positive IOD are expected to support an early, above-average deyr/hageyarainyseason with heavy rainfall and flooding likely in southern and southeastern pastoral areas. In the pastoral south and southeast, poor pasture and water availability are already reducing milk availability and livestock income; although deyr/hageya rainfall is expected to support some recovery from October, depleted herds and below-average productivity will most likely limit improvements in household food access.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Famine Early Warning System Network11 Sept

Uganda Food Security Outlook Update: Crisis to persist in Karamoja; lean season will see deterioration among refugees, August 2026 - January 2027

Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Sudan Source: Famine Early Warning System Network Please refer to the attached file. Key Messages Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected to persist across Karamoja through January , despite the likelihood of an extended rainy season between November and December, driven by widespread crop losses due to severely below average rainfall through the second half of the March-September rainy season.While some households may experience limited improvements through the cultivation of short-maturing crop varieties and improved livestock conditions and herding labor availability, these gains are not expected to generate enough food or income to offset the large loss of crops and prevent Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes for either the agropastoral or predominantly crop-producing areas of the region. Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes are expected to persist in most northern refugee settlements through January. Most southern refugee settlements will remain in Stressed! (IPC Phase 2!) through September, but deteriorating to Crisis (IPC Phase 3) between October-January as first season food stocks deplete and food prices rise in keeping with typical seasonal trends. Despite near-average first-season harvests, limited land access – especially in northern camps – constrain refugee production, deepening market dependence amid weak income opportunities and high prices. Anticipated above-average second season rains are likely to cause flooding that may constrain access and increase the incidence of water-borne diseases. Humanitarian assistance is expected to be insufficient to offset these pressures, resulting in Crisis (IPC Phase 3) outcomes in all settlements. Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes are expected to persist through January in the bimodal areas of Northern, Western, and Eastern regions. Food stocks from the near-average first season harvests will continue to deplete through November and into December. Second season green harvests in December and mature harvests in January will boost food availability towards the end of the projection period; however, forecast heavy rainfall is likely to drive waterlogging and flooding that will largely offset the benefits of higher water availability. As a result, harvests are expected to be near average in most areas, keeping household food availability constrained.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Famine Early Warning System Network11 Sept

Bosnia and Herzegovina: BIH: Fire - 10-2026 - #2 (2026-09-10)

Country: Bosnia and Herzegovina Sources: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, The Red Cross Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina Please refer to the attached file. Description During 9 and 10 September 2026, Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced multiple simultaneous forest and vegetation fires, with the most critical situation reported in the Konjic area. High temperatures, dry vegetation and intermittent strong winds complicated firefighting efforts across several locations, while some roads were temporarily closed due to heavy smoke and the immediate fire threat. The most significant wildfire occurred in the Repovica area near Konjic, where the fire line advanced towards the settlements of Galjevo and Ovčari. Fire suppression operations involved the Konjic Professional Fire Brigade, Jablanica firefighters, the Neretvica Volunteer Fire Brigade, Prenj Forestry Service, Civil Protection teams, the Federal Civil Protection Air Tractor aircraft and local residents. Due to the seriousness of the situation, helicopter support from the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina was also requested. According to the Konjic Civil Protection and Fire Service, the Repovica fire has been contained; however, all response teams remain deployed due to continuous flare-ups. At the same time, active fires remain in the Dabića Poljana, Ratkamen, Ćesim and Ljubuča areas, while the fires in Bitovinja and Čuhovići–Delića Polje have been contained and are being monitored by local residents. Between Konjic and Mostar, the wildfire affecting the Rujište–Borke section resulted in the temporary closure of the main road due to dense smoke and the risk of further fire spread. Firefighters from Konjic and Mostar continued protecting the road corridor and surrounding terrain. At Rujište, the fire remains under control, although response teams continue monitoring the area because of the risk of reactivation caused by strong winds. In the Prozor-Rama municipality, fires remain active at several locations, including Dašnjik, Kozo, Markešići, Ljubuša and Proslap, where strong winds have repeatedly reignited flames and complicated suppression efforts. In Jasenica near Mostar, the wildfire affected forested areas and low vegetation, destroying several electricity poles and increasing the risk of power supply disruptions. The fire has been brought under control, while emergency services continue monitoring the affected area. At the same time, a separate vegetation fire broke out in Zagrebačka Street in Mostar near the Rondo area, affecting grass and low vegetation on private land before being quickly contained. In the Tomislavgrad municipality, one of the country's largest fire fronts extended over more than 20 kilometres at its peak, threatening forests, pastureland and agricultural areas. In Tuzla Canton, the wildfire near Živinice required approval for the deployment of Armed Forces helicopters, reflecting the complexity of the incident and the need for additional aerial firefighting capacity. An active wildfire was also reported on Mount Treskavica, where inaccessible terrain and intermittent strong winds continue to hinder suppression operations. According to the operational assessment of the Red Cross Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina, approximately 2,350 to 6,200 people are located in areas potentially exposed to the direct or indirect impacts of these wildfires, including smoke exposure, possible evacuation needs, electricity disruptions and transportation restrictions. The highest risk remains in the Konjic area, while rural communities in Prozor-Rama, Tomislavgrad, Mostar, Živinice and the Treskavica mountain area also remain affected. Request For Assistance Government Requests International Assistance: No NS Requests International Assistance: No Information Bulletin Published No Actions taken by Federation General Other Summary Monitoring the situation on the ground, while maintaining communication and coordination with representatives of the Red Cross Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina (RCSBH). Actions taken by RCRC General Other Summary No need for now Actions taken by National Society General Water & Sanitation Other Summary Red Cross Mostar staff are actively participating in the work of the Crisis Headquarters and continue to monitor the situation on the ground. The Red Cross Živinice deployed teams to the affected area and distributed water to the protection and rescue services involved in the firefighting operations. Actions taken by others Government authorities and Civil Protection services have mobilised available firefighting and emergency response capacities to contain the active wildfires. The Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina have been authorised to provide helicopter support for firefighting operations, while the Federal Civil Protection Administration has deployed aerial firefighting capacity, including an Air Tractor. Local Civil Protection services, professional and volunteer fire brigades, forestry services and local communities continue to participate in firefighting and monitoring activities. Traffic has been temporarily restricted on some road sections affected by fire and smoke.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•The Red Cross Society of Bosnia and Herzegovina11 Sept

World: Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control Cluster - Noncommunicable diseases bulletin: Issue 05

Countries: World, Cameroon, Gambia Source: World Health Organization Please refer to the attached file. Foreword Dear colleagues and partners, Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) continue to place a growing burden on individuals, families and health systems in Africa. Expanding access to quality, integrated care is critical to reducing premature deaths and advancing universal health coverage. In the African Region, WHO and its partners have continued to support countries to strengthen health systems through innovative approaches that bring prevention, diagnosis and treatment services closer to communities. This quarter, the WHO Regional Office for Africa, with support from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, held the 3rd International Conference on PEN-Plus in Africa, at which the report Scaling Up PEN-Plus: Expanding Life-Saving Care for Severe Noncommunicable Diseases in Africa was released. The report highlights significant progress, with 20 countries engaged in implementing the PEN-Plus model, services available in more than 120 district hospitals, and over 170 000 patients receiving ongoing care for severe chronic conditions. Country experiences continue to demonstrate the impact of integrated approaches to care. In Cameroon, for example, PEN-Plus is bringing specialized services for conditions such as sickle cell disease, type 1 diabetes and severe heart disease closer to patients. In The Gambia, expanded HPV vaccination efforts through school and community outreach programmes are helping to protect adolescent girls from cervical cancer. WHO is also advancing action on mental health by strengthening countries’ capacities to expand mental health care through regional learning meetings; has launched technical guidance on the oral neglected tropical disease,noma; and is promoting the integration of eye, ear and oral health services into WHO PEN and PEN-Plus platforms.Meanwhile, innovative initiatives such as Women’s Integrated Cancer Services (WICS) and the Cancer Control Reality Lab are strengthening cancer prevention, early detection and integrated cancer care. In this quarterly bulletin, we focus on WHO’s strategic work on the ground and its impact, while looking ahead to the critical next steps for expanding the integration of NCD services in health systems to strengthen the NCD response in Africa, ensuring that no one is left behind. Dr Benido Impouma, Director Health Promotion, Disease Prevention and Control Cluster WHO Regional Office for Africa

ReliefWebReliefWeb•World Health Organization11 Sept

Brazil: Dengue Epidemiological Situation in the Region of the Americas - Epidemiological Week 32, 2026

Countries: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, French Guiana (France), Grenada, Honduras, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, United States Virgin Islands, Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: Pan American Health Organization Please refer to the attached file. In the epidemiological week (EW) 32 of 2026, a total of 1,567,004 suspected cases of dengue were reported, resulting in a cumulative incidence of 150 cases por 100,000 population. This represents a decrease of 58% compared to the same period in 2025 and 65% compared to the average of the last 5 years. Figure 1 shows the trend of suspected dengue cases as of EW 32.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•Pan American Health Organization10 Sept

Venezuela (República Bolivariana de): Respuesta a Terremotos - Reporte de Situación #28 (3 al 9 de septiembre 2026)

Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. El Reporte de Situación No. 28 proporciona una actualización sobre la respuesta de la OIM a los terremotos del 24 de junio en la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, cubriendo el período del 3 al 9 de septiembre de 2026. Aspectos destacados Entre el 3 y el 9 de septiembre, la OIM continuó su respuesta multisectorial en campamentos transitorios y comunidades afectadas mediante intervenciones en Coordinación y Gestión de Campamentos (CCCM), alojamiento, salud, salud mental y apoyo psicológico, protección, Agua, Saneamiento e Higiene (WASH), gestión de información y Prevención de la Explotación y el Abuso Sexual (PEAS). La OIM mantuvo la gestión y cogestión de campamentos en La Guaira, fortaleció la coordinación interagencial y apoyó procesos relacionados con soluciones habitacionales, retorno y reubicación. La OIM fortaleció la asistencia de protección en La Guaira y Distrito Capital mediante orientación legal, gestión de casos, apoyo psicológico y derivaciones especializadas, en un contexto marcado por restricciones de acceso humanitario, barreras de documentación civil e incertidumbre asociada a procesos de reubicación y cierre de campamentos. La OIM apoyó mejoras prioritarias de agua, saneamiento e higiene, incluida la puesta en funcionamiento de la lavandería comunitaria de Mare Abajo II y la rehabilitación de infraestructura sanitaria en César Nieves, donde se restableció el acceso diferenciado a duchas para mujeres tras la identificación de una brecha de protección durante el período. La OIM también fortaleció la coordinación interagencial y comunitaria mediante iniciativas de medios de vida, la ampliación de mesas técnicas de protección, salud y WASH, y la articulación con autoridades y socios para apoyar procesos de documentación, preparación para el inicio escolar y soluciones duraderas para las familias afectadas. Actividades de la OIM La OIM mantuvo la coordinación y gestión del campamento transitorio Polideportivo José María Vargas y continuó la cogestión de César Nieves, Campo de Golf y Mare Abajo II junto con el Consejo Noruego para Refugiados (NRC). Las actividades se centraron en la continuidad de servicios, mejoras de infraestructura, participación comunitaria y apoyo a procesos de recuperación temprana y soluciones habitacionales. En César Nieves, la OIM coordinó el inicio de las obras de cerramiento perimetral del área de salud y promovió actividades de recuperación temprana mediante formación técnica en confección y reparación de calzado en alianza con Calzapyme. En Mare Abajo II, fortaleció los mecanismos de coordinación comunitaria y acompañó mejoras en infraestructura, gestión ambiental y organización de servicios. En Campo de Golf, facilitó la coordinación entre autoridades, organizaciones humanitarias y representantes comunitarios, además de apoyar mecanismos comunitarios para la gestión de espacios comunes. En el Polideportivo José María Vargas, continuó coordinando servicios y actividades educativas y recreativas mientras acompañaba la adaptación progresiva de la infraestructura y los servicios disponibles. La OIM continuó distribuyendo artículos domésticos esenciales en campamentos y comunidades afectadas. Durante el período entregó 309 bidones plegables, 267 lonas plásticas, 32 sets de cocina, 310 kits de herramientas, 341 insumos de higiene y 69 lámparas solares . A la fecha, la OIM ha distribuido más de 10.996 lonas plásticas, 7.957 bidones plegables, 6.720 sets de cocina, 5.600 kits de herramientas, 4.594 lámparas solares y 4.982 insumos de higiene . Asimismo, 710 familias en Carabobo recibieron kits integrados de alojamiento y necesidades básicas. La OIM también entregó 130 literas en el campamento espontáneo Ezequiel Zamora, beneficiando directamente a 260 personas . En WASH, la OIM continuó coordinando y monitoreando los servicios de agua, saneamiento e higiene. En Mare Abajo II apoyó la culminación y puesta en funcionamiento de la lavandería comunitaria y mejoras en sistemas de drenaje y manejo de aguas grises. En César Nieves fortaleció el monitoreo de infraestructura sanitaria, amplió puntos de lavado de manos y reforzó el control de calidad del agua distribuida. En Campo de Golf acompañó la rehabilitación de drenajes, promovió actividades de higiene y apoyó la conformación de comités comunitarios. Durante el período se produjeron 20.000 litros de agua clorada , alcanzando un acumulado de 120.000 litros para consumo en el campamento. La OIM continuó prestando servicios móviles de salud en César Nieves y el Polideportivo José María Vargas. Durante el período se reportaron 577 consultas brindadas por equipos de la OIM y Ven Da Tu Mano. Las principales atenciones estuvieron relacionadas con hipertensión arterial y otras enfermedades crónicas no transmisibles, infecciones respiratorias agudas, síndromes febriles y enfermedades diarreicas. La OIM mantuvo además el seguimiento en salud materna, orientación en planificación familiar y referencias para atención especializada. Asimismo, fortaleció la coordinación epidemiológica con el Ministerio del Poder Popular para la Salud y otros actores sanitarios y amplió las actividades del equipo móvil de salud en comunidades de Mare Abajo. En protección, la OIM continuó brindando orientación legal, gestión de casos, derivaciones y coordinación de servicios especializados. A través de su socio implementador HIAS, los servicios de protección alcanzaron a 142 personas el 3 de septiembre y a 116 personas el 8 de septiembre en La Guaira y Distrito Capital. La OIM también fortaleció la coordinación con autoridades, socios especializados y organizaciones comunitarias para facilitar el acceso a documentación civil, servicios de protección infantil y asistencia especializada para personas en situación de vulnerabilidad. La OIM continuó liderando espacios de coordinación sectorial e interagencial con autoridades, organizaciones humanitarias y representantes comunitarios. Entre las actividades destacaron iniciativas relacionadas con medios de vida vinculados al oficio del calzado, documentación civil, protección infantil y preparación para el inicio del año escolar. Asimismo, representantes de ECHO visitaron Campo de Golf y Mare Abajo II para conocer los avances de la respuesta. En PEAS, la OIM continuó integrando los principios de Prevención de la Explotación y el Abuso Sexual en la gestión de campamentos y actividades comunitarias. Durante el período capacitó a 20 personas facilitadoras y cofacilitadoras de grupos focales de salud mental sobre principios PEAS, mecanismos de reporte y respuesta a revelaciones. También incorporó un indicador específico para monitorear la entrega de información sobre PEAS durante distribuciones de artículos no alimentarios y realizó una evaluación de capacidades con Equilibrium. Respuesta prevista de la OIM La OIM continuará monitoreando las condiciones de alojamiento y apoyando procesos de retorno, reubicación y otras modalidades de alojamiento temporal, manteniendo mecanismos de participación comunitaria e información actualizada para fortalecer la planificación de la respuesta. La OIM continuará fortaleciendo la infraestructura y los servicios en los campamentos transitorios, incluyendo la culminación del cerramiento del área de salud en César Nieves, el fortalecimiento de mecanismos comunitarios de convivencia y la promoción de iniciativas de medios de vida para contribuir a la autosuficiencia de las familias afectadas. En WASH, la OIM continuará monitoreando sistemas de drenaje y aguas grises, fortaleciendo las actividades de promoción de higiene, el monitoreo de la calidad del agua y el seguimiento a necesidades de infraestructura sanitaria, control vectorial y gestión de residuos sólidos. La OIM mantendrá las jornadas móviles de salud, fortalecerá las rutas de referencia para atención especializada, continuará la coordinación epidemiológica con las autoridades sanitarias y reforzará las actividades preventivas relacionadas con enfermedades transmitidas por el agua, enfermedades respiratorias y otras condiciones prioritarias. La OIM también continuará brindando servicios de protección, incluyendo orientación legal, gestión de casos, derivaciones, prevención de la violencia contra mujeres y niñas, protección infantil y acciones para facilitar el acceso a documentación civil y servicios especializados. Asimismo, mantendrá las actividades de gestión de información, monitoreo poblacional y coordinación interagencial para apoyar la planificación basada en evidencia de procesos de retorno, reubicación y soluciones duraderas.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration10 Sept

Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of): Earthquake Response Situation Report #28 (3 to 9 September 2026)

Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. Situation Report No. 28 provides an update on IOM’s response to the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, covering the period from 3 to 9 September 2026. Highlights Between 3 and 9 September, IOM continued its multisectoral response in planned camps and affected communities through interventions in Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), shelter, health, mental health and psychological support, protection, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), information management and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA). IOM maintained management and co-management of planned camps in La Guaira, strengthened inter-agency coordination and supported housing solutions, return and relocation processes. IOM strengthened protection assistance in La Guaira and the Capital District through legal counselling, case management, psychological support and referrals. Activities took place amid persistent humanitarian access constraints, civil documentation barriers and uncertainty linked to relocation and camp closure processes. IOM supported priority WASH improvements across planned camps, including the operationalization of the community laundry facility in Mare Abajo II and rehabilitation of sanitation infrastructure in Cesar Nieves, where access to separate shower facilities for women was restored following the identification of a protection concern during the reporting period. IOM also strengthened inter-agency and community coordination through livelihoods initiatives, expansion of technical working groups on protection, health and WASH, and engagement with authorities and partners to support civil documentation, school preparedness activities and durable solutions for affected families. IOM Activities IOM maintained coordination and management of the planned camp at Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex and continued co-management of Cesar Nieves, Campo de Golf and Mare Abajo II together with the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC). Activities focused on service continuity, infrastructure improvements, community participation, livelihoods and support for housing recovery processes. In Cesar Nieves, IOM coordinated the start of perimeter fencing works around the health area and supported an early recovery initiative through technical training on footwear production and repair in partnership with Calzapyme. In Mare Abajo II, IOM strengthened community coordination mechanisms and supported infrastructure improvements, environmental management activities and community participation initiatives. In Campo de Golf, IOM facilitated coordination among authorities, humanitarian organizations and community representatives while supporting population monitoring and community-based management structures. At Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex, IOM continued coordinating services and supporting educational and recreational activities while monitoring the gradual adaptation of infrastructure and services to evolving needs. IOM continued distributing essential household items in camps and affected communities. During the reporting period, IOM distributed 309 collapsible jerry cans, 267 plastic tarpaulins, 32 kitchen sets, 310 tool kits, 341 hygiene items and 69 solar lamps . To date, IOM has distributed more than 10,996 plastic tarpaulins, 7,957 collapsible jerry cans, 6,720 kitchen sets, 5,600 tool kits, 4,594 solar lamps and 4,982 hygiene items . Additionally, 710 families in Carabobo received integrated shelter and basic needs kits. IOM also provided 130 bunk beds in the Ezequiel Zamora spontaneous settlement in Miranda State, directly benefiting 260 people . In WASH, IOM continued coordinating and monitoring water supply, sanitation and hygiene services across planned camps. In Mare Abajo II, IOM supported the completion and operationalization of the community laundry facility and improvements to drainage and greywater management systems. In Cesar Nieves, IOM monitored sanitation infrastructure, expanded handwashing facilities and strengthened water-quality monitoring. In Campo de Golf, IOM accompanied drainage rehabilitation works, promoted hygiene activities and supported the establishment of community hygiene committees. During the reporting period, 20,000 litres of chlorinated water were produced , bringing cumulative production to 120,000 litres in the camp. IOM continued providing mobile health services in Cesar Nieves and Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex. During the reporting period, 577 consultations were delivered by IOM and Ven Da Tu Mano teams. Consultations primarily addressed hypertension and other chronic non-communicable diseases, acute respiratory infections, febrile illnesses and diarrhoeal diseases. IOM also maintained maternal health follow-up, family planning counselling and referrals for specialized care. In Jose Maria Vargas Sports Complex, referrals included nephrology services and follow-up of high-risk pregnancies through the Maternal Pathway mechanism. IOM further strengthened epidemiological coordination with the Ministry of Health and other health actors and expanded mobile health services to Mare Abajo communities. In protection, IOM continued providing legal counselling, case management, referrals and coordination of protection services. Through its implementing partner HIAS, protection services reached 142 people on 3 September and 116 people on 8 September in La Guaira and the Capital District. IOM strengthened coordination with authorities, community actors and specialized organizations to facilitate access to protection services, civil documentation and child protection mechanisms. Coordination with FUNDANA, IDENNA, NRC and UNICEF supported child protection services, family-based care arrangements and access to specialized assistance for vulnerable populations. IOM continued coordinating sectoral and inter-agency platforms with authorities, humanitarian organizations and community representatives. Key activities included support to livelihoods initiatives linked to footwear production, civil documentation efforts, child protection interventions and school preparedness activities. Representatives from ECHO visited Campo de Golf and Mare Abajo II to observe response activities implemented by IOM and partners. In PSEA, IOM continued integrating Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse principles into camp management and community activities. During the reporting period, IOM trained 20 facilitators and co-facilitators involved in mental health focus groups implemented by IOM and UCAB on PSEA principles, reporting mechanisms and response to disclosures. IOM also introduced a specific indicator to monitor the provision of PSEA information during non-food item distributions, carried out a PSEA capacity assessment with Equilibrium and continued promoting prevention and reporting messages through community activities and coordination platforms. IOM Planned Response IOM will continue monitoring accommodation conditions and supporting return, relocation and other temporary accommodation processes while maintaining community engagement activities and updated population information to inform operational planning. IOM will continue strengthening camp infrastructure and services, including completion of the health-area perimeter fencing in Cesar Nieves, support for community participation mechanisms and promotion of livelihoods initiatives aimed at enhancing self-reliance among affected families. In WASH, IOM will maintain monitoring of drainage and greywater systems, strengthen hygiene-promotion activities, continue water-quality monitoring and follow up on sanitation infrastructure, vector-control and solid-waste management needs. IOM will continue providing mobile health services, strengthening referral pathways for specialized care, maintaining epidemiological coordination with health authorities and reinforcing prevention activities related to waterborne diseases, respiratory illnesses and other priority health concerns. IOM will also continue supporting protection services, including legal counselling, case management, referrals, prevention of violence against women and girls, child protection activities and efforts to facilitate access to civil documentation and specialized protection services. In parallel, IOM will maintain information management, population-monitoring and inter-agency coordination activities to support evidence-based planning for returns, relocations and durable solutions.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration10 Sept

Indice de solution et de mobilité - République du Niger - Région de Diffa - Bassin du Lac Tchad | mars 2026, Round 9

Country: Niger Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. Afin de trouver des solutions durables aux déplacements internes et de prévenir de nouveaux mouvements de population dans la région, il est crucial de comprendre les niveaux de stabilité dans les zones accueillant les populations déplacées. L’Organisation Internationale pour les Migrations (OIM) a introduit l’Indice de Solution et de Mobilité (ISM) en 2019 pour évaluer la stabilité des localités affectées par les déplacements dans le bassin du lac Tchad. Cet indice vise à identifier les facteurs qui influent sur la stabilité d’un lieu afin de déterminer les interventions prioritaires pour la transition et le rétablissement, renforçant ainsi la résilience et la stabilité dans une région marquée par les conflits et les déplacements. L’ISM mesure les perceptions de stabilité et analyse les facteurs influençant les décisions des populations de rester ou de se déplacer. Il fournit un outil permettant aux autorités et aux partenaires de développer des stratégies plus efficaces, de prioriser les ressources et de planifier les interventions dans les zones fragiles et instables, en intégrant des approches humanitaires, de relèvement et de stabilisation. Ce rapport présente les résultats du neuvième cycle de collecte de données de l’ISM, réalisé entre le 16 février et 30 mars 2026 dans la région de Diffa au Niger.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Organization for Migration10 Sept

DR Congo: Ebola Outbreak, DRC and Region, Situation Report #13 (September 10, 2026)

Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo Source: International Medical Corps Please refer to the attached file. FAST FACTS On May 15, the DRC declared an outbreak of Ebola virus disease (EVD), later confirmed to be caused by the Bundibugyo strain. As of September 8, 6,843 confirmed EVD cases and 3,310 confirmed EVD deaths had been reported in the DRC. Uganda, where the last confirmed case was released from treatment on July 16, has officially declared its outbreak to be over. Final numbers in Uganda were 20 confirmed cases and two confirmed deaths. In the DRC, the outbreak remains centered in Ituri province, but cases have also been confirmed in Bas-Uélé, Haut-Uélé, North Kivu, South Kivu and Tshopo provinces. This outbreak has been classified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. No EVD cases have been confirmed in South Sudan, but risk of an outbreak remains high due to transient populations and porous borders with the DRC. OUR RESPONSE Across the region, our teams are providing case management, infection prevention and control (IPC), screening and triage, risk communication and community engagement (RCCE), training and preparedness planning. We are supporting more than 100 facilities in the screening, identification and treatment of EVD. Our supported sites in the DRC have so far conducted 626,380 EVD screenings and provided treatment to 1,911 patients, including 521 confirmed cases. We have so far trained 2,930 people in the DRC on EVD case management, response and transmission prevention. In the DRC, International Medical Corps continues to closely coordinate with the Ministry of Health and relevant partners to support case management, screening-and-referral units, facility-based surveillance, MHPSS, IPC, logistics, just-in-time training, continuity of essential health services, and water, sanitation and hygiene services. We also are part of broader efforts to expand contact tracing, which will strengthen mapping, daily monitoring and follow-up activities to better address the risk of undetected transmission across operational areas and beyond. In Uganda, International Medical Corps is working through a trusted partner to support Ebola preparedness and surveillance results across Bundibugyo, Kampala and Ntoroko districts. We have provided training on community-based disease surveillance to 369 people, and have screened 2,665 people at points of entry and 1,022 at bus stations. Our surveillance systems have supported daily monitoring of 1,399 contacts, received 254 alerts from village health teams, identified 94 alerts that met the Ebola case definition and collected 31 samples. Our RCCE interventions have directly reached 1,858 people, supported 18 community dialogue sessions with 1,368 participants and distributed 11,398 educational materials. International Medical Corps is continuing to support national EVD preparedness efforts across South Sudan and is actively participating in coordination and technical pillar meetings at both national and county levels. We regularly engage with the National Public Health Institute, the Ministry of Health, county health departments and EVD technical working groups—including key coordination platforms for case management, IPC, surveillance and RCCE—to strengthen coordination, technical capacity and overall readiness for timely detection and response to potential EVD cases.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Medical Corps10 Sept

Panama: ACNUR MCOPA: Newsletter - Conectando Talento y Oportunidades - Nov 2025-Jul 2026

Countries: Panama, Belize, Cuba, Trinidad and Tobago Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. Resumen de las principales actividades de la Unidad de Respuestas Sostenibles de la Oficina Multipaís de ACNUR en Panamá. ACNUR, la Agencia de la ONU para los Refugiados, junto con gobiernos, organizaciones socias, empresas y actores de desarrollo, trabajan para proteger a las personas refugiadas y solicitantes de la condición de refugiado y apoyar su capacidad de reconstruir sus vidas y desarrollar su potencial. Este trabajo también contribuye al crecimiento y bienestar de las comunidades que las acogen, impulsando soluciones sostenibles que fortalecen la inclusión y el desarrollo compartido.

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World: Speech: The progress shared from your own countries demonstrates what national leadership, strong institutions, and sustained partnership can achieve

Country: World Source: UN Women Remarks by UN Under-Secretary-General and UN Women Executive Director Sima Bahous during the closing of the second regular session 2026 of the UN Women Executive Board, UN Headquarters, 10 September 2026. We heard your call for the Strategic Plan to deliver measurable results, grounded in national priorities and reflected in the lives of women and girls. The progress shared from your own countries demonstrates what national leadership, strong institutions, and sustained partnership can achieve. We also heard your concern about the rollback of women’s rights and the shrinking space and resources available to women’s organizations. This is central to our Strategic Plan, which commits us to ensuring that women’s organizations shape action on the ground. We will continue to strengthen their leadership and channel resources to them, including through the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women and the Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund , particularly in conflict and crisis settings. You emphasized the meaningful participation of young women and the need to harness technology to advance gender equality, while addressing the risks and threats it can create for women and girls. As we continue implementing our Strategic Plan, we will give greater priority to young women’s leadership, expand their influence in decision-making, and ensure they help shape and leverage the technologies defining their future. Across these priorities, your message was clear: ambition must be matched by predictable, flexible, and sustainable financing. Quality funding is essential to maintain expertise, respond to crises, and ensure that resources reach women and girls where they are most needed. Once again, I thank all our partners for their continued support and for recognizing that strong results require strong investment. The decisions adopted at this session give us clear guidance on financing our Strategic Plan, on strengthening governance and oversight, and on engaging with the UN80 Initiative . I commend you for engaging in a constructive spirit and for the flexibility that enabled consensus. We will take these decisions forward with a clear sense of responsibility to this Board. We recognize the strong support expressed for the Secretary-General’s UN80 Initiative, and we fully share it. It remains an opportunity to make the United Nations better equipped to address the challenges we face. We have heard you clearly, and your continued commitment to engaging constructively with the UN80 initiative. We are appreciative of your strong emphasis that any structural reform must fully safeguard the integrity of the triple mandate of UN Women and demonstrably strengthen country-level delivery. We agree. The decisions adopted at this session also emphasized that you are not in a position to make a recommendation of support on a merger between UNFPA and UN Women at this time, and that you encouraged us to explore implementation of alternative options, without pre-empting a possible recommendation on a potential merger. We heard you loud and clear. The decisions on the way forward rest fully with you, our Board, our Member States. We look forward to further discussing the UN80 Initiative at both formal and informal sessions of our Executive Board before the Board is able to make a formal recommendation on the potential merger of UN Women and UNFPA. And we will continue to provide you with the analysis requested, and work in full transparency with you, our Board. Across the perspectives expressed, we recognize the ambition that unites us: to strengthen the United Nations, to strengthen the gender equality architecture at the United Nations, to enhance our collective impact, and deliver more effectively for the women and girls we were mandated to serve. You can count on UN Women’s continued responsiveness and full cooperation as your deliberations proceed. We meet only days after the opening of the eighty-first session of the General Assembly [UNGA81] , under the theme “Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all”. This theme speaks directly to the discussions we have held here. Trust is built through transparency and accountability. Transformation must produce results. And a United Nations that delivers for all must deliver equally for women and girls. With only four years remaining to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals , UNGA81 must be a moment of urgency and resolve. It offers an opportunity to reaffirm the value of multilateral action and to ensure that women’s rights, leadership, and participation inform decisions across peace, development, and human rights. We look forward to engaging with you in the weeks ahead and to carrying the partnership demonstrated in this room into the work of the General Assembly. This partnership is sustained not only through our formal deliberations, but also by the people whose dedication and service make them possible. It is therefore, if I may, it is fitting that, as we close, we recognize once more our dear Executive Board Secretary, Mr. Jean-Luc Bories. Jean-Luc, the warmth and the tributes expressed during this session by our Board members reflect the esteem in which you are held. We thank you profoundly for 15 years of exceptional service, sound counsel, and devotion to this Board. You leave with our appreciation and our gratitude and our very best wishes. And I thank you always. And allow me, again, to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Ziad Sheikh as our incoming Secretary of the Executive Board. I trust the Secretariat remains in good hands. My thanks also to colleagues across UN Women, to the Executive Board Secretariat, and to all those who worked and whose work made this session possible. This session has given us clear guidance and renewed purpose. With your continued partnership, UN Women will carry that guidance forward with determination and will translate it into progress for ALL women and girls. I thank you.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•UN Women10 Sept

Philippines Leptospirosis Epidemic: Situation Report #1 (September 10, 2026)

Country: Philippines Source: International Medical Corps Please refer to the attached file. FAST FACTS Throughout August, an usually strong southwest monsoon has caused severe flooding in Metro Manila, Central Luzon and parts of the Visayas, leading to an outbreak of leptospirosis. As of September 7, the Department of Health reported 6,253 cases and 378 deaths, prompting Manila City to declare an epidemic. The situation underscores the urgent need to strengthen surveillance, detection, treatment capacity, risk communication and preventive measures, especially in flood-affected communities. OUR FOOTPRINT International Medical Corps has been active in the Philippines since 2013, providing humanitarian assistance and emergency response to communities affected by major disasters across the country, including typhoons, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. OUR RESPONSE International Medical Corps had already integrated leptospirosis-preparedness programming into our ongoing activities by prepositioning doxycycline and other essential medicines at the rural health units (RHUs) in Calumpit and Hagonoy, Bulacan province, ahead of the monsoon season. Thanks in part to the fact that the RHUs have utilized the donated doxycycline as part of their leptospirosis prevention efforts, leptospirosis cases have so far not been reported in Calumpit and Hagonoy, despite prolonged flooding. This highlights the importance of early preparedness and timely prepositioning of essential medicines. As the rainy season is expected to continue through November, International Medical Corps will continue to monitor the emergence of leptospirosis cases. We will continue to support the RHUs in Calumpit and Hagonoy in their leptospirosis prevention efforts, particularly as floodwaters may recede slowly in these areas. International Medical Corps will also explore opportunities to scale up our response in other areas affected by flooding and at risk of a leptospirosis outbreak. This may include strengthening event- and case-based surveillance and referral mechanisms, including RHU and BHS staff training, implementing risk communication and community engagement activities to strengthen community awareness and promote preventive practices, and supporting timely access to appropriate preventive measures by providing essential medications.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•International Medical Corps10 Sept

Colombia: la IFRC pide un apoyo sostenido para las comunidades afectadas por el terremoto, a un mes del sismo

Country: Colombia Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Bogotá / Ginebra / Ciudad de Panamá, 10 de septiembre de 2026 – Un terremoto de magnitud 7,4 sacudió el occidente de Colombia el 10 de agosto, dejando cientos de personas fallecidas y, con corte al 4 de septiembre, más de 661.000 personas registradas oficialmente como damnificadas. A un mes del sismo, atender las necesidades de salud, salud mental y vivienda de las comunidades más afectadas sigue siendo una prioridad para los próximos meses, señaló la Federación Internacional de Sociedades de la Cruz Roja y de la Media Luna Roja (IFRC). Si bien las operaciones de búsqueda y rescate ya concluyeron en la mayoría de las zonas, en el corto plazo las personas afectadas por el terremoto requieren atención en salud para prevenir complicaciones derivadas de enfermedades crónicas o interrupciones en los esquemas de vacunación; apoyo psicosocial para ayudarlas a sobrellevar el duelo y los efectos del trauma; y acceso a artículos esenciales que favorezcan el cuidado de su higiene, su descanso y la preparación y el consumo de alimentos, particularmente para quienes aún no pueden regresar a sus viviendas. "Una emergencia de esta magnitud no termina cuando finalizan las primeras labores de rescate", dijo la Dra. Judith Carvajal de Álvarez, Presidenta de la Cruz Roja Colombiana. "Las comunidades continúan enfrentando necesidades y desafíos para recuperar sus condiciones de vida. Por eso, nuestra respuesta continúa evolucionando para acompañar a las personas durante las diferentes etapas de la emergencia y la recuperación, fortaleciendo nuestras capacidades en territorio y trabajando junto a las comunidades". Durante el último mes, 1.844 voluntarios y personal de la Cruz Roja Colombiana han entregado más de 3.600 toneladas de asistencia humanitaria y brindado más de 5.300 apoyos en salud, incluyendo atención médica, apoyo psicológico, salud pública y actividades de apoyo psicosocial. También han distribuido más de 15.700 litros de agua, y acompañado a más de 4.400 personas a través de los servicios de Restablecimiento del Contacto entre Familiares (RCF) para reencontrarse con sus seres queridos. Estos servicios continuarán en los próximos meses, pero en el mediano y largo plazo, las comunidades afectadas también necesitarán apoyo para recuperar sus medios de vida, reconstruir su resiliencia comunitaria y fortalecer la preparación individual y colectiva ante futuras emergencias y desastres. Para sostener tanto la asistencia de hoy como el apoyo que se necesitará durante los próximos dos años, la IFRC lanzó un llamamiento de emergencia por 25 millones de francos suizos (US$30 millones) para ampliar la capacidad de la Cruz Roja Colombiana en recuperación temprana, alojamiento, medios de vida y apoyo psicosocial. " Responder a este terremoto es un desafío complejo: los daños abarcan una zona geográfica extensa y diversa, marcada por contextos muy desafiantes, y afectan a comunidades que ya vivían en situación de vulnerabilidad", dijo Loyce Pace, Directora ,Regional de la IFRC para las Américas. "Contar con una inversión flexible y sostenible a largo plazo es clave para que la Cruz Roja pueda seguir prestando una asistencia ágil, localizada y adaptada a las necesidades de cada territorio". Los equipos de la Cruz Roja Colombiana y de la IFRC continuarán evaluando las necesidades sobre el terreno y ajustando su respuesta en consecuencia, para que la ayuda siga llegando a quienes más la necesitan a medida que evolucione la situación. Esto incluye el apoyo a los voluntarios y voluntarias de la Cruz Roja Colombiana quienes, como miembros de las mismas comunidades afectadas por el terremoto, han vivido en carne propia el impacto del desastre, al tiempo que siguen siendo un pilar fundamental de esta respuesta. Para más información o solicitar entrevistas: Johannes Chinchilla, +31 611187443 En Panamá: Maria Victoria Langman, +507 6550-1090 Susana Arroyo Barrantes, +507 6999-3199 En Ginebra: Scott Craig, +41 76 370 3575 Paolo Cravero, +41 79 894 8396

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Kenya: UNHCR Regional Bureau for Eastern and Southern Africa | Consolidated Regional Community Feedback Analysis Report: January - March 2026

Countries: Kenya, Burundi, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Uganda Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. In the first quarter of 2026 (January to March), eight (8) country operations (Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan and Uganda) from the Regional Bureau for Eastern and Southern Africa (RBESA) actively collected and analyzed community feedback to better understand the priorities, concerns and information needs of forcibly displaced and stateless populations. Community feedback continues to play a critical role in informing protection responses, programme adjustments and accountability efforts across the region. The report does not capture feedback from the former Southern Africa Bureau, as bilateral engagements on taxonomy alignment and data integration continued during this reporting period.

ReliefWebReliefWeb•UN High Commissioner for Refugees10 Sept

Colombia: IFRC calls for sustained support to earthquake-affected communities, one month on

Country: Colombia Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Bogotá / Geneva / Panama City, 10 September 2026 – A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia on 10 August, killing hundreds of people and, as of 4 September, leaving more than 661,000 people formally registered as disaster-affected. One month on, addressing the health, mental health and shelter needs of the hardest-hit communities remains a priority for the coming months, said the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). While emergency search-and-rescue operations have concluded in most areas, in the short term, people affected by the earthquake require health care to prevent complications from chronic illnesses or interruptions to vaccination schedules; psychosocial support to help people cope with grief and the effects of trauma; and access to essential items that support hygiene, rest, and the preparation and consumption of food – particularly for those who are still unable to return to their homes. "An emergency of this scale does not end when the first rescue operations are complete," said Dr. Judith Carvajal de Álvarez, President of the Colombian Red Cross. "Communities continue to face needs and challenges as they work to rebuild their lives. That is why our response keeps evolving to accompany people through the different stages of the emergency and recovery, strengthening our local capacities and working alongside communities." Over the past month, 1,844 Colombian Red Cross volunteers and staff have delivered more than 3,600 tonnes of humanitarian assistance and provided more than 5,300 health support interventions, including medical care, psychological support, public health and psychosocial support activities. They have also distributed more than 15,700 liters of water, and accompanied more than 4,400 people through Restoring Family Links services to reconnect with loved ones. These services will continue in the coming months, but over the medium and long term, affected communities will also need support to recover their livelihoods, rebuild their community resilience, and strengthen individual and collective preparedness for future emergencies and disasters. To sustain both today's assistance and the support that will be needed over the next two years, the IFRC has launched an emergency appeal for CHF 25 million (US$30 million) to scale up the Colombian Red Cross's capacity for early recovery, shelter, livelihoods and psychosocial support. "Responding to this earthquake is a complex endeavour: the damage spans an extensive and diverse geographic area marked by highly challenging contexts, and affects communities that were already living in situations of vulnerability," said Loyce Pace, IFRC Regional Director for the Americas. "Having flexible, sustainable, long-term investment is key so the Red Cross can continue providing assistance that is agile, localised and adapted to the needs of each territory." Colombian Red Cross and IFRC teams will continue to assess needs on the ground and adjust their response accordingly, so that support keeps reaching the people who need it most as the situation evolves. This includes support for Colombian Red Cross volunteers who, as members of the very communities affected by the earthquake, have themselves experienced the impact of the disaster firsthand while remaining a pillar of this response. For more information or to arrange interviews: Johannes Chinchilla, +31 611187443 Panama: Maria Victoria Langman, +507 6550-1090 Susana Arroyo Barrantes, +507 6999-3199 In Geneva: Scott Craig, +41 76 370 3575 Paolo Cravero, +41 79 894 8396

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