UNDP continues to lead solid waste interventions in Gaza, with partners, to uphold dignity and ensure basic services amid crisis. But fuel is running out. Without urgent resupply, waste collection could stop, putting already vulnerable communities at greater risk. In Gaza,

UNDP has been supporting rubble removal in Gaza to facilitate humanitarian movement. Since the collapse of the ceasefire, operations halted due to insecurity, access restrictions & fuel shortages. UNDP is actively engaging with partners to resume, but without fuel, it cannot

UNDP continues water trucking in Gaza to provide clean drinking water to displaced families, preserving health, dignity & survival. But this life-saving support depends entirely on fuel. Without urgent resupply, water trucking may stop, putting lives at immediate risk.

With World Bank support & in partnership with Palestinian Water Authority, UNDP is constructing an emergency water filling point in Gaza's safe zone. Once operational, it will supply 600m³/day—ensuring clean water access for up to 100,000 displaced people.

On #MSMEsDay, we recognize that micro, small & medium-sized enterprises are a cornerstone of the Palestinian economy—and a key pillar of UNDP emergency response & early recovery efforts. Across the oPt, MSMEs are struggling to survive. We’re working to help them recover,

🔴Gaza ➡️ UN Development continues to operate under extreme conditions to deliver a life-saving service: clean drinking water 🚰 With our partners, we are providing 💧 through emergency trucking & supporting the construction of emergency filling points. UNDP Palestine UNDP Arab States

As part of UNDP support to inclusive governance in Palestine, student council elections were piloted in 30 public secondary schools. Read how this initiative is helping students experience democracy firsthand and develop leadership and civic skills. bit.ly/4kg26rG

The fuel crisis in Gaza is threatening the collapse of the entire humanitarian response. Without fuel, critical emergency services, such as health, water supply, sanitation, waste management, and debris removal, cannot operate. The consequences are far-reaching, impacting the

This week, UNDP launched awareness sessions for displaced families in Gaza to promote safe solid waste practices and identify local collection points. Part of broader waste management efforts, the sessions aim to reduce health risks and support safer, cleaner communities.

The United Nations agencies and humanitarian partners cannot overstate the urgency of this moment: fuel must be allowed into Gaza in sufficient quantities and consistently to sustain life-saving operations. Read the full joint statement bit.ly/4eJFnDn

UNDP/PAPP announces the appointment of Jaco Cilliers as Special Representative of the Administrator & Margunn Indreboe Alshaikh as Deputy Special Representative of the Administrator. Full announcement ⬇️ bit.ly/40gH3hB

Today, UNDP SR Jaco Cilliers & DSR Margunn I. Alshaikh met with H.E PM Dr. Mohammad Mustafa to discuss continued collaboration on nationally identified priorities. Cilliers reaffirmed UNDP’s longstanding partnership with the Palestinian Government & commitment to Palestinian-led

Amid soaring summer temperatures, West Bank communities face a growing water crisis. Watch how UNDP, with funding from the the Netherlands 🇳🇱 is supporting PWA respond with urgent solutions to improve access to water. Palestinian Water Authority سلطة المياه الفلسطينية

As part of the UN humanitarian response in #Gaza, UNDP is creating emergency jobs that restore income & protect essential services. With 🇳🇴 support, 365 teachers are helping 10,000+ children continue learning, despite crisis. Watch their stories of hope.

With 🇯🇵 support, UNDP is raising awareness on safe waste disposal across Gaza. 8 outreach workers reached nearly 2,200 people, 70% women. Watch how communities and service providers are working together to reduce the risks of the solid waste crisis.

Despite the hardship in #Gaza, UNDP with generous support from KSrelief continues to deliver clean water to displaced families. "Water is life. You can see it in our faces, we were hopeless. But now, everyone runs when the water truck arrives. It feels like a celebration.

After 22 months of war in Gaza, families still rely on worn-out jerrycans to collect water. With KSrelief support, UNDP distributed 3,000 new jerrycans, locally produced, to help ensure access to clean drinking water. Watch how a simple item is making a difference.

Today, UNDP signed a new partnership agreement with the Palestinian American Medical Association (PAMA) to strengthen essential health and education services in Palestine, through expanding maternal and critical healthcare, support medical graduates’ integration into the