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UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
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Humanitarian Coordinator in South Sudan calls for the protection of the population and respect for humanitarian efforts amid rising tensions in Upper Nile State

The insecurity has led to the relocation of 23 humanitarian workers and the closure of the cholera treatment unit in Nasir, worsening the ongoing outbreak

The Humanitarian Coordinator in South Sudan, Ms. Anita Kiki Gbeho, expresses deep concern over the escalating violence in Nasir, Ulang, and Baliet counties, Upper Nile State, affecting the population and disrupting humanitarian operations. Ms. Gbeho calls on all those involved in the fighting to respect and protect the population, humanitarian…

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
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Urgent appeal as major donors reduce life-saving funding amid Sudan crisis - Statement by the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami

The abrupt funding cuts and suspensions will end life-saving humanitarian assistance for millions of women, children and other vulnerable groups across the country

Sudden funding cuts by top government donors are a catastrophic blow to humanitarian assistance in Sudan, a country in the grip of one of the deadliest humanitarian crises of our times. Key donors recently announced sweeping funding reductions and suspensions, cutting off significant support to humanitarian organizations working to reach…

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
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Democratic Republic of Congo: The Humanitarian Coordinator alerts on the humanitarian consequences of the crisis in South Kivu and calls for an end to the fighting

The population can no longer continue to pay such a heavy price for a conflict that continues to spread and now threatens the stability of the entire region

The Humanitarian Coordinator in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mr. Bruno Lemarquis, expresses his deep concern regarding the humanitarian consequences of the continued expansion of the conflict, particularly in South Kivu. The rapid and uninterrupted expansion of the conflict, particularly in South Kivu province, continues to inflict a heavy…

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
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United Nations (UN) Emergency Fund commits US$5 million to support coordinated anticipatory action for floods in Nigeria

This was announced by the Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick Fall, who highlighted the need to act ahead of predictable shocks based on strong risk analysis

UN Emergency Relief Coordinator, Tom Fletcher, has pre-arranged US$5 million from the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) to support an anticipatory action* initiative for floods in Nigeria. The funding will be released if forecasts predict a major flood emergency. This was announced by the Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick…

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
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Remove restrictions to allow aid to reach people in need in Sudan - Statement by the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami

Despite repeated commitments made by SARHO, humanitarian actors continue to face obstruction, undue interference, and operational restrictions that contravene international humanitarian law

The humanitarian crisis in Sudan – particularly in the Darfur region where food insecurity and widespread suffering are escalating – demands urgent and unimpeded access to aid. However, persistent restrictions and bureaucratic hurdles imposed by the Sudanese Agency for Relief and Humanitarian Operations (SARHO), an affiliate of the Rapid Support…

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Grave concerns over imminent threat to civilians in Al Fasher - Statement by the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami

The RSF's statement issued on 20 January 2025 gave a 48-hour ultimatum to forces allied to the Sudanese Armed Forces to vacate the city and indicated a forthcoming offensive

I am deeply alarmed about reports of an imminent attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Al Fasher, North Darfur State, and continue to be gravely concerned about the safety of civilians caught in crossfires. The RSF's statement issued on 20 January 2025 gave a 48-hour ultimatum to forces…

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
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Launch of the 2025 Humanitarian Response Plan for Mali - $771.3 million required to provide life-saving assistance and protection services to 4.7 million people

This plan has been developed in a fully inclusive and participatory manner, in line with the vision and strategic choices of Malian authorities for partnerships and prioritizing the interests of affected populations

The Government of Mali and humanitarian partners have announced the launch of the 2025 Humanitarian Response Plan for Mali. This plan aims to address the urgent and vital needs of the most vulnerable people affected by armed conflict, displacement, health emergencies, and climate shocks. The Government of Mali and humanitarian…

UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA)
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The Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, condemns shelling on Zamzam Internally Displaced People (IDP) camp near Al Fasher, North Darfur State

The Humanitarian Coordinator has called for the protection of civilians and a halt to the attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure

The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Ms Clementine Nkweta-Salami, has noted with grave concern the reports of shelling in and around Zamzam camp near Al Fasher, North Darfur State, the largest camp for internally-displaced people in Darfur hosting over 500,000 people. “It is now 232 days since…

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Statement by the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, on the United Nations Day

The Sudanese are looking to us – and the world – to stand with them and rally behind their calls for peace to prevail and for the opportunity to rebuild

The ideals upon which the UN was founded 79 years ago continue to drive our collective efforts to address global challenges, especially those faced by countries such as Sudan. For over 18 months, millions of people in Sudan have endured a devastating conflict. Crisis upon crisis has hit Sudan –…

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Statement by the United Nations (UN) Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, on the attacks in Al Fasher

Initial reports indicate that large-scale fighting escalated in El Fasher City on 12 September threatening the lives of thousands of people

The Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, has expressed her profound sadness and frustration over the ongoing armed violence that is wreaking havoc on the city of Al Fasher in North Darfur. “This is heartbreaking and must stop. There is no excuse for direct attacks on civilians, their…

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