Facility destruction and interrupted response in Beni impede contact tracing. Recovery in Nepal and water access in Chad require infrastructure, while adapted aids in Gaza support recipients’ daily participation.
UN News reported on 7 November that OCHA-funded EducAid provided three siblings with congenital disabilities with adapted wheelchairs and writing and mobility aids. Relatives and a teacher described easier eating, writing and movement outside their tent.
Original source ↗UN News on 6 November reported a discussion between Tara Polar Station researchers and the UN Secretary-General. The team described reaching 82 degrees north through open leads and seeing numerous oil tankers along Russia’s Northeast Passage.
Original source ↗The UN humanitarian coordinator said on 6 November that 6.7 million Afghans had returned since 2020, while humanitarian funding received so far in 2026 stood at$570 million, compared with$2 billion in 2023.
Original source ↗At least 30 civilians were killed in an attack in Beni Territory, North Kivu, overnight on 5 November, according to local sources cited by OCHA. The UN reported destruction of a health centre and suspension of Ebola response operations.
Original source ↗WHO plans to add ChAdOx 1 and mRNA-1469 to the DR Congo Bundibugyo Ebola trial following national approvals.
Original source ↗UNICEF reported that attacks on water and sanitation rose from fewer than 45 in 2021 to over 135 in 2025. Its study covers January 2021–June 2026.
Original source ↗UNHCR reported on 6 November that roughly three-quarters of forcibly displaced people, nearly 90 million, live in countries highly exposed to climate hazards. Fragile and conflict-affected countries hosting large refugee populations receive about 10% of global climate finance.
Original source ↗The UN reported on 5 November that August floods damaged homes, power grids and 115 bridges. Estimated recovery costs are $4.7 billion.
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