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Uneven rains, unequal impact: Drought and hunger in Northern Kenya. The IFRC and the Kenya Red Cross respond.

Uneven rains, unequal impact: Drought and hunger in Northern Kenya. The IFRC and the Kenya Red Cross respond.

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Statement: IFRC saddened by the deaths of three DRC Red Cross Volunteers in Ituri Province

Statement: IFRC saddened by the deaths of three DRC Red Cross Volunteers in Ituri Province

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Ebola: IFRC scales up response in eastern DRC as regional risks grow

Ebola: IFRC scales up response in eastern DRC as regional risks grow

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“We’re always afraid that another storm is on the way.” Spending time with Carine, a volunteer supporting families affected by the strong winds in Gabon.

“We’re always afraid that another storm is on the way.” Spending time with Carine, a volunteer supporting families affected by the strong winds in Gabon.

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World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026: United in Humanity. Volunteers at the heart of communities in Cameroon, Gabon and Sao Tome and Principe.

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026: United in Humanity. Volunteers at the heart of communities in Cameroon, Gabon and Sao Tome and Principe.

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Forced to move: Communities stand together across Benin

Forced to move: Communities stand together across Benin

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Forced to flee, compelled to help: They were living normal lives as students, volunteers and neighbours until conflict forced them to leave all behind. But these dedicated Sudanese volunteers are still helping others.

Forced to flee, compelled to help: They were living normal lives as students, volunteers and neighbours until conflict forced them to leave all behind. But these dedicated Sudanese volunteers are still helping others.

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New Red Vest podcast episode: 'Quiet strength' – Three years of conflict in Sudan have forced millions from their homes. While the crisis gets little outside attention, the people of Sudan persevere.

New Red Vest podcast episode: 'Quiet strength' – Three years of conflict in Sudan have forced millions from their homes. While the crisis gets little outside attention, the people of Sudan persevere.

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'A crisis in motion': IFRC sounds alarm as Sudan's humanitarian needs escalate

'A crisis in motion': IFRC sounds alarm as Sudan's humanitarian needs escalate

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Water without fear: Special World Water Day reporting from South Sudan, where local Red Cross teams provide water that helps thousands stay safer and healthier in the midst of conflict and drought.

Water without fear: Special World Water Day reporting from South Sudan, where local Red Cross teams provide water that helps thousands stay safer and healthier in the midst of conflict and drought.

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Under pressure: Special World Water Day reporting from camps in eastern Chad, where refugees are coping with extreme heat, water scarcity, and rising food prices.

Under pressure: Special World Water Day reporting from camps in eastern Chad, where refugees are coping with extreme heat, water scarcity, and rising food prices.

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'It brings me peace of mind': Amid drought in southern Zambia, Red Cross support provided a 20-litre lifeline of hygiene and hope

'It brings me peace of mind': Amid drought in southern Zambia, Red Cross support provided a 20-litre lifeline of hygiene and hope

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