ACT Alliance demonstrates its value as the leading faith-based alliance in humanitarian response by working with faith and humanitarian actors at the global, regional, national, and community levels. ACT harnesses the combined strength of its members in delivering humanitarian response at scale and with considerable reach through joint programming approaches.
We commit to an effective ecumenical response that saves lives and maintains dignity, irrespective of race, gender, belief, nationality, ethnicity, or political persuasion. Humanitarian needs define our priorities and the humanitarian principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and independence guide our actions. We remain committed to strengthening the resilience of affected communities and to being accountable to people and communities affected by a crisis. The ACT Alliance Secretariat is certified against the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability and is committed to the Sphere Humanitarian Charter and Minimum Standards in Disaster Response.
Emergency Steering Committee successfully established, activated more than 30 times since inception with over US$67 million mobilised since 2022 for ACT’s Humanitarian Appeals.
ACT Emergency Appeal coverage (the total amount of funds generated versus budget) has 02 risen from 28% to 46% from 2018 to 2023.
Systematic approach to appeal management – inception meetings, coordination roundtable
discussions, enhanced monitoring, results frameworks and closing meetings all introduced 03 with a focus on Quality & Accountability.
Extensive consultation with members and forums on locally led response within ACT Alliance 04 has led to a Pledge of Commitments which is being launched at the General Assembly 2024.
Through its national, regional and sub-regional forums ACT Alliance provides humanitarian and emergency preparedness support to local communities helping them during a crisis and to become more resilient.
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The Rapid Response Fund is an innovative funding mechanism designed to put local communities at the centre of decision-making and is recognised as one of few such funding mechanisms across the sector.
The RRF provides valuable opportunities to demonstrate the niche of faith actors in humanitarian response as we work closely with local ACT members and their community networks. On average, the RRF funds 20 emergencies annually and responses are implemented within six months.
The primary mechanism for large scale or global emergencies, including protracted crises: ACT Alliance raises an appeal to its membership with both requesting and funding members co-owning the process. Appeals are open for funding during their entire project period and accessible to both national and international ACT Alliance members.
Consortia represent a new funding mechanism for ACT Alliance. As part of Emergency Preparedness planning, consortiums are established before a disaster strikes and consortium members share a vision and strategic focus. Members self-organise and develop their own financial management models and programme strategies supported by the EPRP process and tools.
Emergency preparedness and response planning is integral to the strengthening of ACT Alliance’s capacity to respond effectively in emergencies through joint programming.
ACT national and regional forums develop emergency preparedness and response plans (EPRPs), working collaboratively to understand potential disaster risks and plan how to respond to emergencies quickly and effectively. Forum EPRPs are accessible by members through an online platform, which can be viewed by other members who may be interested to support them. ACT Forums use specific ACT guidelines and tools to support the process of developing an EPRP which is reviewed regularly.
As part of the holistic and integrated approach to humanitarian response, development and advocacy, ACT’s emergency preparedness and humanitarian response is supported by stronger humanitarian coordination and advocacy with stakeholders and duty bearers.
In the current strategic period our advocacy focuses on three banner commitments to the Grand Bargain at the World Humanitarian Summit where ACT has made significant investments and where member engagement is quite strong: the localisation agenda and the primary role of national/local members and local faith actors; demonstrating the important role of faith actors in humanitarian response; and strengthening of cash-based programming across the humanitarian sector.
Punjab is grappling with one of the most devastating flood disasters in its recent history, with all 23 districts affected. Nearly 2 million people across 2,050 villages have been impacted, and 387,898 individuals have been displaced from their homes. The official death toll stands at 48, with three people still missing. Marginalized Dalit families—primarily daily wage laborers—have been disproportionately affected, facing severe disruptions to housing, income, and access to relief. Meanwhile, between 15 and 17 September 2025, Uttarakhand endured a catastrophic weather event marked by intense cloudbursts, heavy rainfall, and severe thunderstorms with lightning. Eight districts were impacted, with Dehradun and Champawat experiencing the highest severity. Haridwar, Pauri Garhwal, Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, Nainital, and Udham Singh Nagar faced moderate impacts. In Dehradun, areas such as Sahastradhara, Maldevta, Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, DIT College area, and Bhagat Singh Colony were among the worst hit. Sahastradhara recorded 192 mm of rainfall, followed by Maldevta (141.5 mm), Hathi Barkala and Jolly Grant (92.5 mm each), and Kalsi (83.5 mm). At least 15 people lost their lives, and 16 remain missing due to cloudbursts that triggered landslides and caused rivers to overflow. The Disaster Management Authority confirmed the recovery of 13 bodies in Dehradun, and one each in Pithoragarh and Nainital.Lutheran World Service India Trust (LWSIT), Church of North India Synodical Board of Social Service (CNI SBSS), and Christian Agency for Rural Development (CARD) will provide cash assistance and food to the affected communities primarily in Punjab and Uttarakhand states, supported by the Rapid Response Fund.RRF 10 2025 India Punjab and Uttarakhand Floods
In the month of August more than 300,000 people have been affected by a flash flood and glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Parts of Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. Ghizer and Gilgit districts are among the severely impacted districts, by the recent disasters. Across the two districts, 22 deaths, 17 injuries, and damage to 662 houses have been reported. The main sources of livelihood—agriculture, horticulture, and tourism—have suffered greatly, as floods destroyed large tracts of agricultural land, while damaged irrigation channels continue to affect even those areas that were not directly hit by GLOFs and floods. According to official estimates, approximately 70% of the population in these districts has been affected by the recent incidents.On August 11, seven volunteers lost their lives and six were injured while restoring an irrigation channel in Danyore’s Manogah Nallah, damaged by late July’s flash floods. The following day, August 12, massive flooding in Gulmit Gojal, Hunza, destroyed irrigation channels, link roads, a women-owned restaurant (Bozlanj), a government tourist facilitation centre, and a section of the Karakoram Highway, while over 40 locals working on water channel restoration narrowly escaped.According to GB-PEOC’s 18 August report, the disaster caused 45 deaths, 42 injuries, destruction or damage to 993 houses, the loss of 67 livestock, and the destruction of 87 bridges and 40 water channels in 30 villages in GB.Flooding in GB has damaged irrigation systems, farmland, roads, and bridges, leaving some communities without power or clean water. Many affected people remain scattered or with host families, and detailed disaggregated data is unavailable.On 16 August, a flash flood and glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in District Ghizer caused extensive damage, including the death of a girl from lightning, destruction of homes, a school, a hospital, shops, livestock, and farmland. Roads and bridges were washed away, leaving thousands of locals and tourists stranded, while power, mobile, and internet connectivity were also disrupted.ACT Alliance member Community World Services Asia (CWSA) is planning to extend its relief support with the support from the Rapid Response Fund to the flood affected areas by providing relief assistance in Shelter and Food. The intervention will focus on the most vulnerable HH specially houses fully or partially destroyed.ACT RRF 082025 Pakistan Floods (Approved)
Intense armed clashes erupted between tribal-affiliated groups and local factions, particularly in western rural areas and along strategic access routes, including the Damascus-Dar’a and Damascus-As-Sweida highways. Sporadic violence extended into urban neighborhoods and rural towns, prompting curfews and roadblocks imposed by security forces. Airstrikes and drone activity further escalated tensions across As-Sweida and surrounding regions, where death toll estimates vary. On the same day, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that 1,120 people had been killed since July 13, including civilians. As of 28 July, about 192,000 people have been displaced across As-Sweida, Dar'a, and Rural Damascus with mostly first-time displacements (UN OCHA, 31 July 2025).A formal directive was issued calling for the immediate withdrawal of tribal fighters, emphasizing the need to preserve national unity and civil peace. Religious leaders publicly condemned the violence and disinformation, rejecting any sectarian framing of the conflict.On 20 July, a high-level delegation, including interim government officials and the president of SARC, arrived at the outskirts of the governorate to support emergency response efforts. The delegation's convoys carried critical medical supplies and relief items intended for the evacuation and assistance of civilians in high-risk areas. However, humanitarian access to As-Sweida remained severely constrained despite ongoing coordination efforts involving the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC) and international partners.ACT Syria Forum, through St. Ephrem Patriarchal Development Committee (EPDC) will support people who have been displaced and mostly living in collective centers around Dar'a and Rural Damascus.RRF 07 2025 Syria Hostilities
On May 29, 2025, Mokwa in Niger State, Nigeria, experienced one of the most catastrophic flash floods in the nation’s recent history. Triggered by intense overnight rainfall, the flood rapidly overwhelmed local infrastructure. The situation worsened when a nearby dam collapsed, amplifying the flood waters and devastation across the region.The human impact was severe: 159 people were confirmed dead, 98 reported missing, and at least 11 hospitalized with various injuries. Approximately 3,018 residents were displaced, many seeking shelter with relatives, friends, or in host communities due to limited emergency housing. Infrastructure damage was extensive. The collapse of the Mokwa bridge and two others 2 severely hindered access and emergency response.The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) had, prior to the incident, issued multiple early warnings regarding likely flooding in flood-prone regions like Niger State. In collaboration with NiMet and NIHSA, NEMA’s early warning systems involved: Disseminating seasonal climate predictions and real time flood alerts via radio, television, social media, and town criers.The living conditions for flood survivors in Mokwa, Niger State remain inadequate. Issues such asinsufficient shelter, limited access to clean water and sanitation facilities, and inadequate healthcare services further compound the challenges faced by these displaced individuals.The Christian Council of Nigeria with the support from RRF funds will provide assistance to affected communities in Cash assistance, WASH services, household items and Psycho-social support. CCN and its partners and volunteers are on the ground and providing assistance.RRF 06 2025 Mokwa floods Nigeria- Approved
The Gaza conflict, which began on 7 October 2024, has triggered widespread regional instability, significantly impacting Lebanon—particularly its southern region. At the peak of hostilities, over 1.2 million people were displaced, with more than 4,000 deaths and 18,000 injuries reported. As of 27 March 2025, over 93,000 individuals remain displaced, while close to one million have returned to their areas of origin. South Lebanon continues to endure frequent clashes, airstrikes, and infrastructure damage.Nabatiyeh is the most severely affected governorate, accounting for 44% of damaged housing units (approximately US$2.2 billion in losses), followed by the South, Mount Lebanon, and Baalbek-Hermel governorates. Priority needs identified on the ground include health services (especially chronic disease treatment), multi-purpose cash assistance (MPCA), and educational support.Children have been disproportionately affected by the crisis. A 2025 UNICEF report highlights severe disruption to education, healthcare, nutrition, and protection services. A rapid assessment in January 2025 revealed that 45% of households reduced health spending, 30% cut education spending, and 33% lacked access to essential medicines. Even post-ceasefire, one in four children remains out of school.The conflict has also severely impacted mental health, with residents, refugees, and IDPs experiencing psychological fatigue. There is an urgent need for psychosocial support and safe spaces to help individuals cope and access further mental health services. Protection concerns are critical, particularly for women and children, who face heightened risks of gender-based violence (GBV) and exploitation.Additionally, Lebanon's recent formation of a new government in February 2025 comes amid enormous challenges, including the destruction or damage of over 100 schools, 40 hospitals, 100 primary health centres, 45 water networks, and extensive agricultural losses. Compounding the situation, approximately 89,400 individuals — including 20,000 Lebanese returnees — have arrived from Syria since December 2024, placing additional strain on already limited resources and services.The 1st revision of this appeal is concerned with change an update of the context, the onboarding of one new requesting member: HEKS-EPER, an increase of the needed response budget to meet the needs, and a changed results framework. The revised appeal is a result of field and programmatic interagency coordination efforts, and assessments that ACT Requesting Members have undertaken individually and jointly to refine activities and holistically address fast-changing needs of communities in different areas of Lebanon.The appeal has so far been covered with USD 1,174,960 including pledges; The needed budget with this revision is USD 1,554,736.LEB241- Appeal_REV_1LEB241 REV-1 Results-FrameworkLink to the original appeal version:https://actalliance.org/?post_type=appeals_r_r_funds&p=273972&preview=true
The Global Rapid Response Fund (GRRF) is an annual funding appeal administered by the ACT Alliance secretariat. The fund prioritizes ACT local and national members in line with our commitment to locally led response and in recognition of the distinct advantage these members have in providing timely, high quality, emergency response interventions. Funds for the RRF are provided by ACT Alliance members and non-members.We are requesting USD 2,321,807 carrying over USD 678,193 from GRRF24, to replenish the fund for 2025 with the intention that the 2026 GRRF appeal will reflect the start of the fund expansion. The RRF expansion is one of our commitments from the approved collective action on locally led response during the 2024 ACT Alliance General Assembly.This appeal will aid communities impacted by humanitarian crises in up to approved proposals of 20 local member organizations responding to the needs of the communities affected by a crisis. The budget has been established based on historical data where roughly 17 member proposals are submitted annually. We expect an increased number of requests from climate induced disasters this year as we have seen a worsening trend in recent years.GRRF25 Appeal
The ongoing fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo has left thousands dead and hundreds of thousands displaced, deepening the country’s already catastrophic humanitarian crisis over the past decade (UN Peacekeeping). Armed conflicts have resumed more intensely, over the past three years, between the regular army and its allies; the Wazalendo and M23 groups.The most recent fighting that occurred in January and February 2025, was extremely violent, and resulted in the capture of the towns of Goma (North Kivu) and Bukavu (South Kivu) respectively. This recent fighting resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries, especially during the capture of the town of Goma according to Relief Web sources.The 1st Revision of CEA 241 appeal reflects the current evolving needs in context within DRC, Uganda and Tanzania after partners updated their information through need assessments.The revision 1 budget and results framework are updated slightly and slight changes incorporated like interventions changed from distributing Non-food items to distributing multi-purpose cash and cash for seeds since some IDPs in DRC returned to their homesteads.CEA 241 Emergency Response to DRC Conflict Revision 1
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) began issuing heatwave advisories starting April 7, with subsequent alerts on April 15 and April 25, warning of upcoming heatwave spells across various parts of the country. These advisories highlight the likelihood of dry and unusually hot weather conditions, with temperatures projected to be 6 to 8 degrees Celsius above normal. In its 2025 Heatwave Management SOPs, PDMA highlights that Sindh has witnessed a substantial rise in temperatures over the past decade, with increasing frequency and severity of heatwaves. The effects of climate change, coupled with urbanization and deforestation, have exacerbated extreme temperature conditions across the region.Community World Services Asia (CWSA) through the RRF is planning to establish three facilitation centers which will be operated for two months during the peak summer period (May-July). Each center will offer clean, cold drinking water and juice, and shaded rest areas for affected individuals. To ensure continuity of care and run the operations, each center will be staffed by two trained volunteers. The centers will be fully equipped with pedestal fans, generators, basic medical supplies (such as ORS, cold sponging kits, Thermometer, BP apparatus etc ) and essential furniture to accommodate patients in distress.Each of the three heatwave centers is expected to serve an average of 350 individuals per day, providing cold drinking water, juice, ORS, cold sponging and basic medical support. Over a two-month period (approximately 50 days), this translates to a direct service reach of around 52,500 individuals (i.e.,350 people × 3 centers × 50 days).RRF 052025 Heatwave Response 2025 Pakistan (CWSA)
On March 28th, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, with a significant impact on the country. The earthquake's epicenter was located approximately 20 km northeast of Mandalay at a depth of 10 km, followed by a second aftershock of 6.4-magnitude. In response, Myanmar's military junta declared a state of emergency in several affected regions, including Sagaing, Mandalay, Magway, northeastern Shan State, the Naypyitaw Council Area, and Bago.The ACT Alliance forum in Myanmar consider this earthquake as a major crisis in the country. With the current ongoing security situation and conflicts, the current earthquake aggravated the overall situation. According to UN and government reports in Myanmar the current official death count is at least 1600 people have been killed, and many injured. The US Geological Survey estimated that the death toll could top 10,000. Efforts have been hampered by the shortages of heavy machinery. From the figures Mandalay state is one of the worst affected state in Myanmar with a population of around 1.2 million people. According to media and government sources, almost all the state has been badly affected.The earthquake caused extensive damage across multiple sectors. Healthcare facilities are overwhelmed, with hospitals in the affected regions suffering structural damage and struggling to accommodate the growing number of casualties. Transportation infrastructure has also been disrupted, with significant damage reported to roads, bridges, and key transport routes, which has hampered rescue and relief efforts.Despite the continuously evolving crisis on the ground and communication challenges affecting needs assessments from the humanitarian community, several needs can already be underlined from rapid needs assessments conducted by the consortium’s local partners as well as the wider humanitarian community.The rapid need assessments conducted by the ACT Alliance revealed that Food, NFIs, Shelter, Mental Health, WASH, livelihood are the main needs of the affected population.ACT Alliance members Christian AID and Finn Church Aid together with their local implementing partners have developed this appeal to address the urgent needs of around 45,000 affected people. The appeal is designed for a period of 12 months with a focus on providing Cash Assistance, shelters support, Food & NFIs distribution, WASH services, Education and Psycho-social support to the traumatized people. The total amount requested in the appeal is 4 million USD.MMR 251 Myanmar earthquake Revised Appeal
On 30 September 2025 at 9:59 PM, a magnitude 6.9 tectonic earthquake struck off the coast of Bogo City, Cebu Province, with a depth of 5 km, causing widespread destruction across 89 cities and municipalities in the Visayas region. Intensity 7 shaking was recorded in Cebu City and parts of Leyte, leading to collapsed homes, damaged infrastructure, and numerous casualties. Historic structures, roads, bridges, and essential services were severely affected, while over 3,685 aftershocks (magnitude 1.4–5.1) have since been recorded, complicating rescue efforts and deepening fear among communities. PHIVOLCS expects aftershock activity to gradually decrease in the coming weeks.The earthquake off Bogo City severely affected Northern Cebu—particularly rural areas and urban centers—impacting 457,554 individuals across 184 villages. The disaster resulted in 70 deaths, 559 injuries, and displaced over 77,000 people, most of whom remain outside evacuation centers due to fear and ongoing aftershocks. Families are sheltering in makeshift roadside camps with minimal protection from the rain. A total of 18,154 houses were damaged (3,507 totally), alongside 533 infrastructure points including schools, bridges, and government facilities. Power outages hit 89 municipalities, communication lines were cut in 12 areas, and landslides, structural collapses, and fires further deepened the crisis.The National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) plans to respond through Rapid Response Fund.Alert Philippines Cebu Earthquake
On 20th September 2025, extended heavy rain, flash floods, and windstorms triggered flooding in North Nigeria, accounting for 163 deaths and 115 missing persons.According to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), at least 121,224 persons were displaced by floods that swept through the country. In addition, 339,658 persons have experienced some form of loss, while 681 are sustaining various degrees of injuries (ReliefWeb). The heavy rain has also destroyed a major road, leaving communities isolated and farmlands inundated, destroying crops and pasture (Modis), with more than 9,000 acres of farmland destroyed.In the aftermath of the floods, NEMA has experienced a shortage of resources and inaccessibility to the flooded community area, which is making it difficult for rescue teams and relief materials to reach the affected. Security risks and community resistance have slowed operations, and there are other challenges that have further complicated humanitarian access and aid delivery.The support requested by the Christian Council of Nigeria (CCN) will support 10,195 most affected persons by the flood in Zaria and Kaduna North within Kaduna State. The funds will be used to provide cash assistance, psycho social support, and support for Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene needs.Nigeria Flooding
From September 25 to 26, 2025, Severe Tropical Storm Bualoi (locally known as Typhoon Opong) made multiple landfalls across the central regions of the Philippines. The storm made landfall first in the province of Eastern Samar (Region VIII), then twice in the province of Masbate (Region V), twice in the province of Romblon, and finally once in Mindoro Oriental—both Romblon and Mindoro Oriental are part of MIMAROPA region (Region IV-B). With maximum winds of up to 110 kilometers per hour (68 mph), the storm devastated the provinces, causing electricity poles to collapse, trees to be uprooted, and damage to infrastructure and households, along with destruction of agricultural livelihoods due to floods.STS Bualoi (Typhoon Opong) is the 15th tropical cyclone that entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) and the fifth one for September 2025, following Super Typhoon Ragasa (Nando) just three days after, which had a wind force of 115 to 143 miles per hour (185 to 230 kilometers per hour) that made landfall in the northern portion of Luzon, and Tropical Depression Mitag (Mirasol), which also made landfall in the eastern part of Central Luzon, specifically in Region III.Prior to these typhoons, the Philippines was already experiencing unrelenting rains and floods caused by the southwest monsoon.Based on the initial assessments from local partners, the NCCP plans to respond to the immediate needs of the communities through emergency food relief and multi-purpose cash assistance, through the Ecumenical Disaster Response and Management Committees of the local ecumenical formations and local church members. This will be implemented as early as possible. The response will target farmers, fishers and indigenous people in the affected communities.
India is reeling under one of the worst flood disasters in its recent history, with all 23 districts in Punjab are being impacted. Extreme monsoon rainfall in Punjab and importantly in upstream catchment areas (Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir) that feed the Sutlej, Beas and Ravi rivers. Large/rapid releases from reservoirs (Bhakra, Pong/Ranjit Sagar and other dams) to protect upstream infrastructure, which increased downstream flows. Saturated soils and limited drainage in low-lying agricultural plains, which increased inundation and slowed recession.According to Government, as of 8th September 2025, nearly 2 million people across 2,050 villages have been affected, and 3,87,898 individuals displaced from their homes. The official death toll has reached 48, while three persons remain missing. The agricultural sector has suffered massive losses, with more than 1,76,000 hectares of farmland submerged. Alongside crop damage, livestock has been badly hit, with over 2,52,000 animals and 5,88,000 poultry birds affected due to waterlogging, fodder shortages, and lack of shelter.Because of floods and cloudburst, the livelihood of people including agriculture and farmlands are badly affected. The health sector has faced unprecedented destruction. This disruption has severely strained healthcare delivery at a time when stagnant water and poor sanitation are heightening the risk of outbreaks such as dengue, cholera, typhoid, diarrhea, and hepatitis. The risk of snakebites has also increased. Medical teams, including ASHA workers and Community Health Officers, are conducting door-to-door checks, distributing medicines, and providing anti-snake venom in flood-hit areas.Based on the initial assessments Food, NFIs, WASH, Shelter and settlement are the main needs of the affected populations. ACT Alliance members LWSIT, CNI SBSS and CARD are currently on the ground and has planned to use Rapid Response Funds to support the flood and cloudburst affected people by providing basic food materials, temporary shelter, non-food items, hygiene/dignity kits, psycho social support, agricultural seeds and allied services and cash transfer.ACT Alert_Floods in Punjab & Delhi and Cloudburst in Uttarakhand
Border hostilities between Cambodia and Thailand escalated on 24 July 2025, with exchanges of artillery and airstrikes across multiple locations. A Malaysia-brokered ceasefire took effect on 28 July 2025. ASEAN observers were agreed in early August 2025 to help monitor the truce. However, incidents (including landmine injuries and sporadic tensions) have continued to disrupt returns and services.In the initial days of the conflict approximately 153,910 individuals were displaced, primarily women, children, and the elderly. While a ceasefire agreement reached on 28 July has halted active hostilities, the situation remains fragile, with many families still residing in 134 government-supported displacement sites or hosted by relatives. according to the latest reports around 34000 people are still displaced and most of them are at the evaluation centers established by Government. Concerns over unexploded ordnance, damaged housing, and limited access to services continue to deter large-scale returns. In parallel, 755,729 Cambodian nationals have returned from Thailand, including 328,808 women and 10,793 children, placing additional pressure on overstretched services.According to UNICEF situation report issued on 8th August the key gaps include limited access to clean water, inadequate sanitation, insufficient temporary learning spaces, overstretched health services, poor nutrition, and heightened protection risks for vulnerable groups.ACT Alert - Conflict induced displacement in Cambodia
More than 300,000 people have been affected by a flash flood and glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in Parts of Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan. Ghizer and Gilgit districts are among the severely impacted districts, by the recent disasters. Across the two districts, 22 deaths, 17 injuries, and damage to 662 houses have been reported. The main sources of livelihood—agriculture, horticulture, and tourism—have suffered greatly, as floods destroyed large tracts of agricultural land, while damaged irrigation channels continue to affect even those areas that were not directly hit by GLOFs and floods. According to official estimates, approximately 70% of the population in these districts has been affected by the recent incidents.In August, Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan faced a series of severe disasters. On August 11, seven volunteers lost their lives and six were injured while restoring an irrigation channel in Danyore’s Manogah Nallah, damaged by late July’s flash floods. The following day, August 12, massive flooding in Gulmit Gojal, Hunza, destroyed irrigation channels, link roads, a women-owned restaurant (Bozlanj), a government tourist facilitation centre, and a section of the Karakoram Highway, while over 40 locals working on water channel restoration narrowly escaped.According to GB-PEOC’s 18 August report, the disaster caused 45 deaths, 42 injuries, destruction or damage to 993 houses, the loss of 67 livestock, and the destruction of 87 bridges and 40 water channels in 30 villages in GB.Flooding in GB has damaged irrigation systems, farmland, roads, and bridges, leaving some communities without power or clean water. Many affected people remain scattered or with host families, and detailed disaggregated data is unavailable.On 16 August, a flash flood and glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) in District Ghizer caused extensive damage, including the death of a girl from lightning, destruction of homes, a school, a hospital, shops, livestock, and farmland. Roads and bridges were washed away, leaving thousands of locals and tourists stranded, while power, mobile, and internet connectivity were also disrupted.ACT Alliance member Community World Services Asia (CWSA) is planning to extend its relief support with the support from the Rapid Response Fund RRF to the flood affected areas of Gilgit Baltistan state in Pakistan. ACT Alert- Glacial Lake Outburst and flash Floods Pakistan
The deterioration in security situation in Southern Syria that has started in recent weeks, particularly in the governorates of As-Sweida and Daraa, has led to mass displacement, road closures, disruption of essential services, and left thousands of families in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. The total number of IDP movements recorded as of 22nd of July is 145,600 individuals, and according to the IDP Taskforce, co-led by UNHCR and OCHA, an estimated 94,300 people have been displaced within As-Sweida governorate, 49,827 have fled to Daraa governorate, with most of them settling in Daraa and Izraa districts, and 950 have relocated to Rural Damascus governorate.As of the 20th July, the humanitarian situation in As-Sweida Governorate remains dire, with power outages, unstable internet and mobile connectivity, and a severe shortage of water and medical services posing persistent challenges, in addition to the closure of local markets, compounded by widespread shop damage and looting, has significantly restricted access to essential goods, including food. Furthermore, the National Hospital in Sweida is operating beyond capacity, lacking sufficient medical staff and supplies, and is without access to water, electricity, or fuel for generators. Patients are overflowing into hospital hallways, while the morgue is over capacity, holding hundreds of deceased individuals, including women, children, and the elderly.St. Ephrem Patriarchal Development Committee (EPDC) will access the Rapid Response Fund to aid affected people in Daraa governorate.Alert Syria hostilities
On May 29, 2025, Mokwa in Niger State, Nigeria, experienced one of the most catastrophic flash floods in the nation’s recent history. Triggered by intense overnight rainfall, the flood rapidly overwhelmed local infrastructure. The situation worsened when a nearby dam collapsed, amplifying the flood waters and devastation across the region.The human impact was severe: 159 people were confirmed dead, 98 reported missing, and at least 11 hospitalized with various injuries. Approximately 3,018 residents were displaced, many seeking shelter with relatives, friends, or in host communities due to limited emergency housing. Infrastructure damage was extensive. The collapse of the Mokwa bridge and two others 2 severely hindered access and emergency response.The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) had, prior to the incident, issued multiple early warnings regarding likely flooding in flood-prone regions like Niger State. In collaboration with NiMet and NIHSA, NEMA’s early warning systems involved: Disseminating seasonal climate predictions and realtime flood alerts via radio, television, social media, and town criers.The living conditions for flood survivors in Mokwa, Niger State remain inadequate. Issues such as insufficient shelter, limited access to clean water and sanitation facilities, and inadequate healthcare services further compound the challenges faced by these displaced individuals. ACT Alert Mokowa Nigeria Flooding
Flash Floods exacerbated by climate change have caused severe flooding in Somalia. The floods started in April and went on to late May 2025. Climate Change experts have noted a trend of increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather in the region.The flash floods have caused the death of 17 people and affected over 84,000 persons according to Relief Web, and destroyed nearly 200 latrines and several water sources have been submerged.ACT Somalia Forum members intend to submit an appeal to respond to the effects of the Flash Floods.Somalia Flash Flooding
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), temperatures are expected to rise significantly in most parts of the country. A heatwave alert has been issued on April 15, warning that from Sunday until April 18, daytime temperatures in South Punjab may remain 6 to 8°C above normal. The PMD also predicted a 4 to 6°C temperature increase in many parts of the country. The intense heat may also trigger dust storms and gusty winds in some areas. Similar conditions are expected in Sindh and Baluchistan, where temperatures may rise by 6 to 8°C above average. In parts of Sindh, the mercury could climb as high as 46 to 48°C. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has advised citizens to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities during this period to prevent heat-related illnesses.According to the NDMA’s advisory, much of the country is likely to experience elevated temperatures and dry conditions throughout the period. The forecast is particularly concerning for Baluchistan and Sindh, where temperatures are expected to remain significantly above normal.This is considered a small to medium-scale emergency. The heatwave conditions, characterized by extreme temperatures exceeding 46°C, are affecting large parts of Pakistan, particularly Punjab and Sindh provinces. The impact on human and animal populations is significant, necessitating proactive measures.The geographical areas affected include most parts of Pakistan, with a focus on Punjab, Balouchistan and Sindh provinces. According to PDMA and PMD, specific districts in Sindh, such as Mohinjodaro, Dadu, Larkana, Umerkot, Shaheed Benezirabad, Jacobabada and Khairpur, are particularly impacted during the heatwave spell. This extreme heat has been attributed to a high-pressure system in the upper atmosphere, leading to daytime temperatures 6–8°C above normal in Sindh.ACT Alert (Pakistan Heatwave Emergency) 2025
In DRC (Kinshasa), between 4th and 11th April 2025, unusual heavy rainfall that started during the last week of March continued into early April. The Congo River waters overflowed, reaching their highest level in six decades, causing one of its tributaries, the Ndjili River, to burst its banks.The torrential heavy rains and landslides caused severe widespread destruction in Kinshasa, the capital city of the Democratic Republic of Congo, affecting about half of the capital city’s population of about 18 million people (13 out of 26 districts).ACT Alliance Forum member in DRC, The Church of Christ in Congo plans to respond to the immediate needs of affected communities in Kinshasa.ACT Alert Severe Flooding Kinshasa
Three people have died, and at least 1,000 households displaced after five days of heavy rains (25th to 30th March 2025) caused flash floods in Karonga district Malawi as four rivers and other small streams burst their banks.According to a recent needs assessment, by the Evangelical Lutheran Development Service (ELDS) and other actors, persons affected by the flash floods, are currently displaced from their homes due to continuous heavy rains (Nation Online). The affected displaced in three local camps, others are living in schools while some are hosted by families.Houses and farmland have been damaged/destroyed, and more information will be gathered as some of the affected areas have not been accessible due to the flood waters. There is fear that the continued heavy rains may increase the flooding incidents.The affected have lost homes and crops that were at maturing age, and this may result in poor access to food as many do not have alternative sources of income/food due to poverty and the floods may leave them more vulnerable to future shocks.Flash Floods Alert Malawi
Head of Humanitarian Affairs
Global
niall.orourke@actalliance.org
Geneva, Switzerland
Humanitarian Programme Coordinator
ACT Alliance
Caroline.Njogu@actalliance.org
Nairobi, Kenya
Humanitarian Operations Manager
Global
Cyra.Bullecer@actalliance.org
Bangkok, Thailand
Acting Regional Representative
MENA
Amman, Jordan
Senior Humanitarian Finance Officer
Global
marjorie.schmidt@actalliance.org
Geneva, Switzerland
