Current emergencies
Oxfam is famous for helping people in crisis. Our teams are saving lives around the world, right now. Click on the map below to find out more.
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Ethiopia drought
The failure of seasonal rains and onset of drought has led to severe food shortages across large parts of Ethiopia.
Myanmar (Burma) cyclone
A cyclone hit the Myanmar delta region in the early hours of Saturday 3 May. State media in Myanmar have reported a death toll of 78,000 to date.
Conflict in Somalia
Oxfam is providing desperately needed water to 180,000 people who have fled the recent fighting in Mogadishu.
Earthquake in China
A devastating earthquake hit southwestern China on Monday 12 May. It is thought that more than 50,000 people may have died in the 7.9-magnitude earthquake.
Gaza crisis
80 per cent of Gaza’s population are now dependent on food aid and Israel is limiting the amount of food and other humanitarian supplies entering Gaza.
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Crisis in Darfur and Chad
Conflict has driven thousands from their homes in Darfur and Chad. Oxfam is supporting 500,000 people forced to live in temporary camps.
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