Afghan funding losses and insecurity in DR Congo constrain healthcare. Water, shelter and post-disaster restoration determine access to care.
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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