Emergencies

In the past year, we’ve seen major cuts to foreign aid budgets by governments around the world, even as global instability deepens. Humanitarian need is rising, while the resources available to meet it are shrinking. In that context, our work, and how we do it, is more vital than ever. In 2026, Save the Children will keep children at the heart of every response. We’ll advocate for their rights and ensure their voices are heard.

Southern Mozambique was hit by devastating floods that claimed over 100 lives and affected roughly 432,000 people, including thousands of children at extreme risk. The disaster caused widespread destruction of homes, livestock, and infrastructure, notably in Gaza Province after the unprecedented opening of all 14 floodgates at the Massingir Dam. Save the Children has been actively responding by using boats to rescue stranded families and providing emergency aid in temporary accommodation centres. Despite these efforts, the organization warns that humanitarian resources are critically strained and urgent international support is required to prevent the crisis from escalating further as heavy rains continue.

The humanitarian crisis in Northern Mozambique is escalating due to spreading violence, massive displacement (around 120,000 people, including 55,000 children newly displaced), and a severe funding collapse. The crisis is one of the world's most underfunded emergencies, with only US $73 million received against a required US $352 million. Humanitarian organizations call upon the international community, donors, and governments for urgent action, increased funding, and renewed commitment to address the rapidly growing needs.

Save the Children aid workers travelling on a herd of donkeys have delivered the first emergency medical supplies, food, water and tarpaulins to a remote village in western Sudan that was cut off by a massive landslide this week

Violence in Cabo Delgado has displaced tens of thousands of people, with over 49,000 arriving in Chiúre district, where an organisation is leading a comprehensive humanitarian response. This response includes family reunification, psychosocial support, nutritional screening, vaccination, and distribution of essential goods. However, needs are growing at an alarming rate, outstripping resources and requiring more help to protect vulnerable children and families.

Today, 1 in 11 children faces conflict, hunger, and climate disasters. Save the Children’s 2025 Humanitarian Plan aims to protect 12 million children globally. Learn more about how we intend to do this in this blog.

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Heavy rains in Borno state, Northeast Nigeria have led to the worst flooding in 30 years, affecting at least 239,000 people

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Hundreds of thousands of children now displaced from their homes are facing disease, hunger from crop destruction, and disruption to their education

Thousands of children in eastern Sudan are at risk of cholera following a major outbreak caused by widespread flooding.

More than 150 children killed by floods and heavy rains in #Pakistan since July - over half of all deaths with thousands displaced.

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As children in Vietnam prepare to head back to school, many face safety risks due to damaged infrastructure after floods. Save the Children.

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Massive landslides in India’s southwestern Kerala state have killed more than 385 people. More than 1,580 children displaced. Save the Children.

Extreme weather events forced at least 38,000 people from their homes in Afghanistan in the first six month of this year

Harrowing testimony by a paediatric nurse on her deployment to Gaza to support our medical and humanitarian efforts.

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Save the Children press release on hunger and severe acute malnutrition in Sudan

Hundreds of children living in the remote Gofa zone of Southern Ethiopia remain at risk of death and injury from rain-induced disasters

Classes across the Philippines were suspended following a powerful typhoon that swept across the country.

Floods from heavy rains have killed about 40 people in eastern Afghanistan and about 1,500 children have lost their homes Save the Children said.

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South Sudan on the brink of famine as it braces for worst floods in 60 years

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The violence has also led to the widespread destruction of property and displacement

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About 35 million children are living in areas exposed to Atlantic hurricanes during what could be the most active hurricane season in recorded history

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A staff account from a health manager working in Sudan. In this blog he speaks about how the conflict is impacting people in North Darfur.