United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs

Four months into Cuba’s deepening energy crisis, the healthcare system is under immense strain amid existing humanitarian needs. The UN has expanded its Hurricane Melissa response plan to address the cascading impacts on essential services.

Mines and unexploded ordnance restrict where people live, work and invest in their future. A new documentary released with support from the UN in Syria shows the UN's alignment of clearance with recovery and development plans, creating space for peace and sustainability.

Hurricane Melissa upended lives and livelihoods when it struck Jamaica in late October. But coordination between the UN and partners is bridging gaps in goods and services, ensuring a resilient recovery that reflects the island's community spirit.

After El Niño floods upended the lives of nearly 300,000 people in Burundi, the UN Global Emergency Fund is reaching displaced communities in Gateri with both an emergency response and integrated support that enhances self-reliance for a sustainable future.

Through anticipatory action, the Guatemalan Government and UN agencies are supporting vulnerable agricultural communities by funding essential activities that pre-empt climate impacts, thereby reducing economic and food losses.

Working with multilateral partners, the UN Jamaica team's agencies tapped into their fields of expertise to ensure an efficient response after Hurricane Melissa made landfall. A resilient recovery is now vital to securing a sustainable future for all Jamaicans.

One month after devastating earthquakes struck Myanmar, the UN and its partners have reached nearly 600,000 people with emergency aid, including shelter, healthcare, and clean water. Despite challenging conditions, the response has rapidly scaled up, supported by $35 million in funding. Efforts are now shifting toward early recovery, such as rebuilding infrastructure and restoring livelihoods. Global solidarity, including aid from 26 countries, continues to bolster the humanitarian mission.

The UN has launched a Debris Taskforce in Lebanon to manage the aftermath of the 2024 conflict through a sustainable, rights-based approach. Coordinating with the government and local partners, the initiative prioritizes safe debris removal, recycling, and environmental protection. It also promotes job creation, public health, and cultural preservation. This effort aims to turn devastation into an opportunity for long-term, resilient recovery.

The Philippines is preparing for the possibility of​ either​ a super typhoon or a significant  ​earthquake​​,​ often referred to by Filipinos as the

Sudan was plunged into an ongoing, devastating war one year ago on 15 April, marking the beginning of a relentless conflict that has become one of the world's worst humanitarian tragedies in recent memory.

Haiti is in the grip of widespread gang violence, the country’s institutions are on the verge of collapse and its citizens are facing a daily fight for survival. Yet, in the midst of this catastrophic security and humanitarian crisis, the UN continues to provide critical assistance to the beleaguered population.

The Resident Coordinator in Afghanistan leads a critical effort to support Afghan women. With a focus on healthcare, education, economic empowerment, and climate resilience, the UN team invests in women-led solutions for a stronger, more inclusive Afghanistan.

UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed met with the Asia Pacific Regional Collaborative Platform in Thailand earlier this week, and called for accelerated action, innovation, and strategic investments to address multi-pronged challenges in the region.

Peace in Ukraine still seems to be a distant prospect, but thousands of UN staff continue to support the population, even in frontline towns coming under daily attack.

Our UN teams are on the ground in 162 countries and territories, coordinating joint programmes and tackling a range of priorities and initiatives — from climate action and food security to gender equality and safety of civilians.