NGOs Warn of Humanitarian and Human Rights Crisis in Ceuta as Migrant Children Remain Vulnerable
Ceuta, Spain (HRNW): Human-rights and humanitarian organizations are raising serious concerns over the treatment and protection of migrants and unaccompanied children following a major migration crisis in Ceuta, the Spanish territory bordering Morocco. NGOs have warned that reception facilities have been overwhelmed and that vulnerable minors risk being left without adequate protection. Recent reporting indicates…
Human Rights Watch Calls for Protection of Environmental Defenders Facing Violence and Repression Worldwide
New York, United States (HRNW): Human Rights Watch has issued a new global appeal for governments to strengthen protection for environmental defenders, Indigenous activists and land defenders, warning that people advocating for environmental protection increasingly face harassment, criminalization, threats and violence. The appeal was published on 21 August 2026. Human Rights Watch said the shrinking…
Save the Children Warns Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo Has Left at Least 180 Children Without Both Parents or Primary Caregivers
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (HRNW): Save the Children has raised alarm over the impact of the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, reporting that at least 180 children have lost both parents or their primary caregivers since the outbreak was declared 100 days ago. The organization published the warning…
UN Food Programme Warns El Niño Could Deepen Hunger Across 45 Countries
Rome, Italy (HRNW) – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is increasing preparedness for a potentially severe El Niño event that could intensify food insecurity in vulnerable regions. WFP says climate-driven shocks could significantly worsen food insecurity in 45 countries, making early action, emergency preparedness and timely financing increasingly important for communities already affected…
WHO Confirms Ebola Vaccines Allocated for Democratic Republic of the Congo
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (HRNW) – The World Health Organization (WHO) and Africa CDC have welcomed the allocation of Ebola vaccines to the Democratic Republic of the Congo as health authorities intensify efforts to contain the country’s growing Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak. WHO reports that sustained transmission continues and describes the outbreak as…
UNICEF Warns Aid Cuts Are Closing Hundreds of Health and Nutrition Facilities in Somalia
Mogadishu, Somalia (HRNW) – UNICEF has warned that unprecedented humanitarian funding cuts are forcing the closure of essential health and nutrition facilities across Somalia. The agency reported that 205 health and nutrition facilities have already closed, reducing access to lifesaving services for children and vulnerable families. UNICEF says the loss of healthcare, nutrition, water, education…
UN Humanitarian Chief Warns Russian Drone Attacks Are Increasing Risks for Civilians and Aid Workers in Ukraine
Kyiv, Ukraine (HRNW): UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher has warned that the increasing use of Russian drones in Ukraine is creating serious risks for civilians and humanitarian workers, particularly in frontline communities. Fletcher raised the concerns following a visit to Kherson, describing the humanitarian situation as extremely difficult. According to the UN humanitarian chief, kamikaze…
Aid Workers Face Escalating Violence in South Sudan as Humanitarian Organizations Call for Protection
Juba, South Sudan (HRNW): Humanitarian organizations are raising urgent concerns over escalating attacks against aid workers in South Sudan, where at least 36 humanitarian workers and contractors have reportedly been killed during 2026, already exceeding the total recorded during the whole of 2025. The figures were highlighted in reporting released around World Humanitarian Day. The…
UNICEF Condemns Kabul School Explosion After 42 Children Injured
Kabul, Afghanistan (HRNW): UNICEF has expressed deep concern after an explosion at a school in Shahrak-e-Mahdia, Kabul, injured 42 children aged between 9 and 14, according to a statement issued on 19 August 2026. UNICEF stressed that schools must remain safe places for children and protected under international law. The incident has renewed international concern…
UN Raises Alarm Over Afghanistan’s Deepening Child Malnutrition Crisis
Kabul, Afghanistan (HRNW) – The World Food Programme (WFP) is warning that Afghanistan’s child malnutrition crisis is worsening as reductions in humanitarian assistance leave vulnerable families with fewer resources. The UN agency says children are among those facing the greatest risk as food insecurity, poverty and limited access to essential services continue to place pressure…