Weekly analysis

Global overview

**Global Humanitarian Overview: September 21–27, 2026** The global humanitarian landscape remains critical, characterized by a convergence of protracted conflict, climate-driven disasters, and severe funding shortfalls. In East Africa and the Sahel, the spillover from the Sudan conflict continues to drive mass displacement into Chad, South Sudan, and Uganda, the latter of which is simultaneously managing an Ebola outbreak in Bundibugyo. Severe climate shocks are compounding these instabilities; Somalia faces escalating flood risks, while Niger and Pakistan report significant infrastructure damage and food insecurity due to flooding. In the Americas, Haiti is grappling with the displacement of 1.5 million people due to armed violence and intensifying hurricane risks, while Colombia faces a dual crisis of earthquake recovery and El Niño-driven food insecurity. Acute protection crises and health emergencies are intensifying across the Middle East and Asia. In the occupied Palestinian territory and Lebanon, escalating violence has created urgent gaps in shelter and emergency medical services. Syria and Yemen continue to face massive internal displacement and severe child malnutrition, with Syria reporting nearly 6 million IDPs. In Asia, Afghanistan and Myanmar remain high-risk zones due to systemic violence and health emergencies, while Bangladesh is scaling up responses to a significant dengue surge affecting 300,000 people alongside the ongoing Rohingya refugee crisis. A systemic funding gap persists across nearly all high-risk theaters, severely hindering the delivery of essential WASH, health, and protection services. Notable shortfalls include Ethiopia (47% funded), Mali (48% funded), and Colombia (44% funded). In response to these challenges, international leaders at UNGA81 are advocating for a "Humanitarian Reset" aimed at strengthening global health resilience and empowering localized humanitarian action to better address these multifaceted emergencies.

Country monitoring

Priority crises

Massive Internal Displacement and Funding Shortfalls Strain Ethiopia's Humanitarian Response

Ethiopia is facing a critical crisis with nearly 4 million internally displaced persons and a significant funding gap, with only 47% of required resources met. Ongoing protection concerns are highlighted by the need for GBV response and ICRC guidance for armed actors, alongside critical needs in WASH, health, and shelter.

Mass Displacement and Food Insecurity Persist Amid Sudan Conflict

Sudan continues to face a severe humanitarian crisis characterized by mass population movements into neighboring countries and internal displacement in the Kordofan region. While cholera cases are declining, critical gaps remain in food security and livestock protection, with funding only partially meeting the $10.5 billion requirement.

Severe Displacement and Food Insecurity Persist Amid Funding Gaps in CAR

Central African Republic continues to face a critical humanitarian crisis with over 35,000 internally displaced persons and significant food insecurity. Despite mobilizing $605.3M, the humanitarian response remains underfunded at 61% of the required budget, hindering essential protection and WASH services.

Severe Displacement and Drought Crisis Amidst Critical Health Workforce Gaps

South Sudan faces a complex emergency characterized by over 520,000 IDPs and acute drought impacts in Eastern Equatoria. The situation is exacerbated by a critical health workforce shortage and ongoing population mobility pressures from the Sudan emergency.

Escalating Violence Drives Severe Child Malnutrition and Shelter Crisis in Yemen

Rising violence is exacerbating hunger and malnutrition among children while increasing the need for emergency shelter and vital aid. Despite significant funding, a critical gap remains as displacement persists and health emergencies continue across the region.

Severe Flood Risks and Mass Displacement Drive Humanitarian Crisis in Somalia

Somalia faces critical threats from escalating flood risks and a high volume of internally displaced persons, totaling over 112,000 individuals. The situation is compounded by significant funding gaps and complex health and nutrition emergencies across the region.

Uganda Faces Dual Pressure from Sudan Refugee Influx and Ebola Outbreak

Uganda is managing significant population movements from the Sudan emergency alongside an active Ebola virus disease outbreak in Bundibugyo. Despite 76% funding, the combination of mass displacement and health emergencies maintains a high-risk profile.

Protection Concerns Rise Amid Syrian Refugee Returns and Funding Gaps

Reports highlight a critical focus on protection and human rights for refugees and returnees moving between Türkiye and Syria. Despite ongoing inter-sectoral assistance, the humanitarian response faces a significant funding shortfall with only 66% of required resources met.

Critical Displacement and Resource Gaps in Northern Kenya

Kenya is facing significant humanitarian pressure with over 116,000 IDPs and high vulnerability in Garissa, Mandera, Marsabit, Turkana, and Wajir counties. Efforts are currently focused on El Niño preparedness and addressing multi-sectoral needs, while a 30% funding gap persists for the required response.

Mass Displacement and Rising Hurricane Risks Threaten 1.5 Million Haitians

Internal displacement has surged to nearly 1.5 million people, driven by armed violence in regions like Artibonite. The crisis is compounded by intensifying hurricane risks and a significant humanitarian funding gap, with only 64% of required resources met.

Global Focus on Health Resilience and Localized Humanitarian Action

International leaders at UNGA81 are prioritizing a 'Humanitarian Reset' to empower local communities and strengthen global health resilience through new investments. While progress in disaster risk reduction continues, emerging epidemic alerts in Oceania highlight ongoing vulnerabilities.

Colombia Faces Compounded Crisis from Earthquake Recovery and El Niño Impacts

Ongoing earthquake response efforts are being complicated by the onset of the El Niño phenomenon, affecting food security and health. Meanwhile, significant funding gaps persist, with only 44% of required humanitarian financing secured to address these multifaceted emergencies.

Critical Health Emergencies and Protection Risks for Displaced Afghans

Afghanistan faces severe health emergencies and protection concerns, compounded by the displacement of over 2 million people. Ongoing challenges include precarious flow monitoring of nationals in Pakistan and significant funding gaps for essential humanitarian services.

Dengue Outbreak Escalates Amid Ongoing Rohingya Refugee Crisis in Bangladesh

The IFRC and BDRCS are scaling up emergency responses to reach 300,000 people due to a significant dengue surge. Simultaneously, humanitarian agencies continue managing the complex health and nutrition needs of over 600,000 refugees in Cox's Bazar.

Upsurge in Violence and Health Emergencies Drive Humanitarian Crisis in Mali

Recent reports indicate an increase in casualties from escalating violence and critical humanitarian needs in the Léré circle of Timbuktu. The situation is compounded by health emergencies and a significant funding gap, with only 48% of required financial aid secured.

Flooding and Conflict Drive Severe Food Insecurity in Niger

Recent flooding is exacerbating the existing impacts of conflict on food security for the period leading into January 2027. With over 380,000 IDPs and a significant funding gap, the intersection of climate shocks and instability is intensifying the humanitarian crisis.

Critical Gaps in Shelter, Health, and Protection Across Occupied Palestinian Territory

Ongoing crises in shelter and health services are compounded by protection risks and PSEA concerns during aid distribution. Despite significant funding, a 33% shortfall persists amid high-risk conditions and urgent needs for recovery and reconstruction.

Critical Protection Needs for Displaced Ukrainians and Refugees in Moldova

Ongoing conflict continues to drive high levels of internal displacement and refugee vulnerability, with increasing monetary poverty and protection gaps reported in Moldova. Efforts are focused on medical evacuations and monitoring nuclear safety amidst a significant funding gap for humanitarian operations.

Monsoon Flooding and Refugee Protection Crisis in Pakistan

Ongoing monsoon rains are causing significant damage to agriculture, shelter, and WASH infrastructure, requiring urgent NDMA intervention. Simultaneously, protection concerns persist for over 1.2 million refugees and IDPs facing detention and flow monitoring challenges.

Rising Displacement in Chad Driven by Sudan Conflict and Regional Instability

Chad continues to face significant humanitarian pressure due to ongoing population movements from Sudan and South Sudan. With over 350,000 IDPs and a high INFORM risk rating, the situation is strained by a 30% funding gap for essential services.

Regional Conflict Escalation Driving Health and Protection Crises in Iran

Escalating conflict in the Middle East is severely impacting health systems and safety, with reports highlighting critical needs in WASH and protection. Increased regional instability is further complicating humanitarian access and exacerbating human rights vulnerabilities.

Ebola Outbreak and Displacement Crisis Intensify in Ituri, DRC

The Ituri region is facing a dual crisis involving an Ebola Virus Disease outbreak and the precarious displacement of populations in Kigonze. With over 1.4 million IDPs nationwide and significant funding gaps, humanitarian agencies are struggling to ensure security and basic services for vulnerable groups.

Escalating Conflict in Lebanon Drives Mass Displacement and Health Emergencies

Rapidly deteriorating security conditions have led to the displacement of nearly 18,000 individuals, straining shelter and health infrastructure. International agencies are responding to critical gaps in protection, WASH, and emergency medical services amidst regional instability.

Ongoing Conflict and Violence Block Safe Return to Rakhine State

Active armed conflict and systemic violence in Rakhine State continue to prevent the safe return of displaced populations. The situation is compounded by a significant funding gap, with only 60% of required humanitarian aid secured.

Escalating Protection Risks and Funding Gaps in Northern Nigeria

Ongoing instability in Katsina and Zamfara states, coupled with health emergencies, continues to drive displacement and protection concerns. Despite significant needs, the regional humanitarian response remains underfunded at 63%, hindering critical aid delivery.

Severe Funding Shortfalls and Human Rights Concerns Amidst Massive Internal Displacement

Syria faces a critical humanitarian crisis with nearly 6 million IDPs and a significant funding gap, with only 58% of required aid secured. Reports highlight deteriorating health conditions and a lack of rights frameworks in reconstruction efforts, exacerbating vulnerability for displaced populations.

Deep dives

Weekly deep dives

Sudan

Displacement from Sudan continues, with new arrivals recorded in Egypt and South Sudan.

New arrivals from Sudan have been reported in Egypt as of 24 September 2026. In South Sudan, individuals displaced by conflict in Sudan are arriving at reception centers, such as Majokyinthio, and settling in informal settlements like Nyinthio. These individuals often undertake long and perilous journeys, facing insecurity and limited access to basic necessities.

South Sudan

South Sudan continues to host a significant number of internally displaced persons and refugees, while also experiencing a large influx of returnees from Sudan.

The country is currently hosting over half a million internally displaced persons and thousands of refugees. Recent reports highlight the challenges faced by returnees from Sudan, such as Adut and Aluel, who are struggling to access basic services and rebuild their lives in areas like Majokyinthio and Nyinthio in Northern Bahr el Ghazal. These individuals often arrive having lost all their possessions and savings, facing insecurity and limited access to essentials during their journey.

Yemen

Yemen faces a significant humanitarian crisis with thousands of casualties from recent escalations and substantial displacement.

An escalation beginning on 6 August led to mass casualties across several governorates in Yemen. Between 6 August and 18 September, the Ministry of Health and Population recorded 3,672 casualties, including 674 deaths and 2,998 injuries. This ongoing conflict has contributed to a complex humanitarian situation, exacerbated by existing vulnerabilities.

Pakistan

Pakistan's monsoon season continues to impact the humanitarian situation, with daily situation reports indicating ongoing monitoring and response efforts.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) of Pakistan released its 94th daily situation report for the 2026 monsoon season, covering the period from September 26 to September 27. This report indicates continuous monitoring of the monsoon's effects across the country. The consistent issuance of these daily reports highlights the ongoing nature of the monsoon's impact and the government's sustained efforts to track the situation.

Chad

Chad continues to host a significant refugee population from Sudan and South Sudan, alongside internal displacement, while facing public health challenges.

Chad remains a major host country for refugees, with a substantial number originating from Sudan and South Sudan. New data indicates a continued influx of Sudanese refugees, with women and children comprising a significant portion of this population. Additionally, the country is experiencing population movements from Libya, and public health concerns include an ongoing Mpox outbreak.