In Gaza, we have just passed a very sad milestone. I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) PRCS nurse Haitham Bassam Abu Issa. Worse is that his death brings to 50 the number of PRCS staff and volunteers killed - both on and

Humanitarians give their time, skills, and hearts to save lives and strengthen communities. On #WorldHumanitarianDay, the people we rely on to care for others deserve protection, respect, and safety. Together, we must #ProtectHumanity.

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we stand in solidarity to demand the protection of our staff, volunteers and the civilians we serve. States must uphold International Humanitarian Law.

Today we launched the Africa Zero Hunger Campaign 🌍 This is not just about meals for today — it’s about dignity, resilience, and African-led solutions to end hunger for good. Be part of the movement: bit.ly/AfricaZeroHung… #AfricaZeroHunger #UniteForZeroHunger #IFRCAfrica

🔴 URGENT - L'ONU déclare officiellement l'état de famine à Gaza rfi.fr/fr/moyen-orien…

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Early warnings save lives when understood & driving swift, inclusive action. In #Madagascar, the #EW4All workshop set clear steps for Pillar 4: stronger cross-pillar coordination & more support to local actors, building on @IFRC Malagasy Red Cross early action plans & IFRC-DREF tools

The strength of the #RedCross #RedCrescent lies in how we connect, coordinate & adapt. Over the next 3 days, RCRC from Seychelles, Comoros, Mauritius & Madagascar are joined by IFRC Africa, PIROI - Croix-Rouge française & RCRC partners to shape a more trusted, agile & accountable future together.

Honored to take part in the leadership meeting gathering #RedCross #RedCrescent from Seychelles, Comoros, Mauritius & Madagascar, alongside IFRC Africa & RCRC partners, strengthening coordination & accountability across the Western Indian Ocean for greater impact.

On day 2, we aligned on the need to advance relevant legislation, formalize collaboration & systematize regional knowledge-sharing to better support communities. It was also an opportunity to discuss progress on #EarlyWarningForAll and humanitarian action at sea in the region.

IFRC IFRC Africa PIROI - Croix-Rouge française Malagasy Red Cross The Red Cross Society of Seychelles We wrapped up the 3-day Leadership meeting by charting the way forward for the western indian ocean region with discussions on unified plans process for the 4 #RedCross #RedCrescent, resource mobilization, risk management, and crucial priorities such as safeguarding.

#Madagascar: UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk expresses shock at the violent response by security forces to the ongoing protests, as at least 22 people have been killed & more than a hundred injured. The authorities must ensure respect for freedom of expression & peaceful

Since 25 September, unrest in many cities in #Madagascar has put lives at risk. @IFRC is supporting @madaredcross in delivering urgent first aid, psychological support, evacuations and medical referrals - impartially reaching those affected.

Since unrest began in Madagascar on Sept 25th, lives have been at risk. @madaredcross volunteers are on the ground daily, delivering life-saving and impartial care : from first aid to psychological support, evacuations and medical referrals.

#Madagascar: We’re receiving troubling reports of continued violence against protesters by the gendarmerie, particularly in #Antananarivo. Volker Türk renews his call on security forces to desist from unnecessary force & to uphold the rights to free association and peaceful

A massive fire tore through #Mananjary, southeast #Madagascar, on 15 Sept 2025, killing at least 3 people, injuring many, and destroying over 900 wooden homes. Malagasy Red Cross teams are on the ground helping 550 affected households across 3 communities with emergency relief.

Sénateurs, députés, hauts gradés ou partis politiques, sont déjà aperçus à la HCC pour la prestation de serment, ainsi que les représentants diplomatiques , comme les Etats-Unis, l'Union européenne, l'Allemagne, la France, la Chine ou la Corée du Sud. actu.orange.mg/depeches/

According to the latest The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification report, 1.2 million people in southern #Madagascar are currently experiencing high levels of acute food insecurity, and the situation is expected to deteriorate by 2026.

How can we strengthen and make #AnticipatoryAction more inclusive across Southern Africa? Join the Southern Africa After-Action Review Workshop (25–27 Nov 2025) online to reflect, learn, and plan ahead. Find more information 👉🏾anticipation-hub.org/events/souther…

Across 3 communities in southern #Madagascar, over 700 people came together to plant 33,000 mangrove seedlings across 6 hectares, restoring nature and strengthening livelihoods. This was made possible thanks to Malagasy Red Cross volunteers, with support from British Red Cross 🧡,