In February, the security situation around the city of Uvira, in South Kivu province of Democratic Republic of Congo, rapidly deteriorated, reaching a critical point on Feb. 15. Residents describe scenes of pillaging by looters, increased violence, and clashes within the city between the Congolese army and Wazalendo fighters. Medical facilities have not been spared […]
Three years after Russian forces invaded Ukraine, dramatically escalating an international armed conflict that began in 2014, people continue to bear the burden of the war’s devastation as seen through their lost lives, lost limbs and lost homes. The resulting medical humanitarian needs are clearer than ever. The strain on Ukraine’s medical services has only […]
Read More… from Ukraine: People’s medical humanitarian needs remain as urgent as ever
It is with great sadness that we are sharing the news of the passing of our colleague, Jerry Muhindo Kavali, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). He died today from the gunshot wound he suffered while at the Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) base in Masisi town, North Kivu, during clashes between the […]
Read More… from Democratic Republic of Congo: Statement following the passing of our colleague
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), in partnership with the Sokoto state Ministry of Health, is encouraging community members in Sokoto to participate in a vaccination campaign – the goal is to help reduce the number of children suffering from potentially fatal diseases including measles and diphtheria. These diseases can cause long-term complications if contracted. In […]
Read More… from Nigeria: MSF and Sokoto state launch vaccination campaign to reduce deadly diseases
The current escalation of attacks and fighting in and around Zamzam camp for displaced people ur is making it impossible for Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) to continue providing medical assistance in such dangerous conditions. Despite widespread starvation and immense humanitarian needs, we have no choice but to take the decision to suspend all […]
Read More… from Sudan: MSF forced to halt activities as violence engulfed Zamzam camp
Dozens of people have died and over 800 are being treated for symptoms of acute watery diarrhea, dehydration, vomiting and sunken eyes at the Ministry of Health cholera treatment centre in Kosti Teaching Hospital, supported by Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), in Sudan’s White Nile State. MSF has been supporting cholera-related responses in Kosti […]
Read More… from Sudan: Over 800 hospitalized and dozens dead from waterborne infection
Launched on Feb. 14, 2024, the Sitsandziwe clinic has been busy over the past year providing comprehensive sexual health services, with a strong focus on mental health, to marginalized communities. These include adolescents, young women, LGBTQ+, factory workers and university students. The clinic’s emphasis on confidentiality and “safe space” care has made it a preferred […]
Read More… from Eswatini: “We are loved” clinic celebrates one year
A Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) staff has been critically injured after shots hit the MSF base in Masisi town, in Democratic Republic of Congo’s North Kivu province, on the morning of Feb. 20. A child who had sought refuge with his family in the MSF compound was also wounded by gunfire. MSF strongly […]
Read More… from Democratic Republic of Congo: MSF staff member critically injured in Masisi town
Marcus Bachmann, Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) head of programs for South Kivu province, explains the situation in this part of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as the conflict evolves. What is the current situation in South Kivu? While the hotspot of the conflict between M23/AFC, the Congolese armed forces (FARDC) and their respective […]
Read More… from Democratic Republic of Congo: Injured seek treatment from MSF-supported hospitals
The decision by the United States government to temporarily freeze funding to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) alongside all other foreign aid for at least a 90-day period has had immediate effects on people living with HIV (PLHIV), says Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). Although the U.S. has since clarified that […]
Read More… from Uncertainty around PEPFAR program puts millions of people at risk