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27/03/2025

IFRC president Kate Forbes in Rafah: ‘The struggle is no longer just about survival—it is about holding on to humanity’

27/03/2025 | Article

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25/03/2025

IFRC supporting communities affected by major oil spill and floods in Ecuador

25/03/2025 | Press release

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25/03/2025

‘A month of giving’ during ‘unprecedented suffering’: IFRC’s director for the Middle East and North Africa reflects on Ramadan and acts of kindness amidst conflict and tragedy

People in the Red Vest:

Season 4,

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‘A month of giving’ during ‘unprecedented suffering’: IFRC’s director for the Middle East and North Africa reflects on Ramadan and acts of kindness amidst conflict and tragedy

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World Water Day: After the quake, Red Cross brings life-changing water to Vanuatu’s hidden communities

21/03/2025 | Article

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In response to the oil spill in Esmeraldas province, the Ecuadorian Red Cross and the Esmeraldas branch, in coordination with the Esmeraldas Municipality, deployed its Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis team to the affected areas. Their work focused on evaluating the environmental and health impact of the emergency, identifying the urgent need for access to safe drinking water, and prioritizing humanitarian assistance for affected communities.

Ecuador: Floods and environmental contamination

Ecuador is facing a severe crisis due to extreme flooding and an oil spill, which has impacted over 200,000 people and damaged homes, roads, and water systems. The disaster has devastated agricultural operations, displaced thousands, while health risks have increased due to the accumulations of stagnant water. Ecuador Red Cross’ emergency response efforts aim to provide shelter, medical aid, safe water, and cash assistance to affected communities. Donations to this emergency appeal will help the Ecuador Red Cross provide urgent support to those in need.

24/03/2025

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Ecuador - Floods (MDREC027)

24/03/2025 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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Uganda Red Cross volunteers prepare for Ebola Virus Disease response.

Uganda: Ebola Virus Disease outbreak

An Ebola outbreak caused by the Sudan Virus Disease was declared in Kampala District, Uganda on 30 January 2025, following confirmation from three national laboratories. As of 10 February, nine confirmed cases and 265 contacts have been identified across multiple high-risk districts. The Uganda Red Cross Society is leading efforts to prevent further transmission through surveillance, risk communication, infection control, and safe burials.

21/02/2025

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Uganda - Ebola Outbreak (MDRUG055)

21/02/2025 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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542,849

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A Malagasy Red Cross volunteer provides early warning information to the community.

Southwest Indian Ocean: Tropical Cyclone Chido

Tropical Cyclone Chido, a Category 4-equivalent storm with devastating winds and rains, severely impacted the Southwest Indian Ocean region, causing at least 117 deaths and affecting over a million people across Madagascar, the Comoros, Mayotte, Mozambique, and Malawi. Chido is the third named storm in the 2024-2025 cyclone season which is expected to continue until May 2025. Your donation will help the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies in Mozambique, Madagascar, Comoros, and Malawi to provide life-saving assistance, and enhance preparedness for future storms.

24/12/2024

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Africa - Cyclone Chido (MDRS1005)

24/12/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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342,814

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Volunteers from the Vanuatu Red Cross prepare relief supplies for distribution following the earthquake.

Vanuatu: Earthquake

On 17 December 2024, a devastating 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Port Vila, Vanuatu, affecting 40 per cent of the population and causing widespread destruction to homes, infrastructure, and essential services. The Vanuatu Red Cross Society, supported by IFRC, is urgently mobilizing relief efforts to provide shelter, clean water, medical aid, and recovery assistance to the affected communities. Your donations can help to support these life-saving operations—please contribute today to help those in need.

20/12/2024

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Vanuatu - Earthquake (MDRVU012)

20/12/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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5,000,000

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1,891,052

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At a Syrian border crossing, volunteers from Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC) provide essential consultations and information to returning Syrians.

Syria: Complex Emergency

The humanitarian crisis in Syria has sharply worsened following intensified hostilities since late November 2024, leading to mass displacement, destruction of infrastructure, and severe shortages in basic services. Donations to this urgent emergency appeal will help the Syrian Arab Red Crescent provide life-saving assistance, including food, shelter, health and protection services to 5 million people across Syria.

20/12/2024

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Syria - Complex Emergency (MDRSY014)

20/12/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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100,000,000

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6,115,125

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