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21.04.2025

Malteser International mourns the death of Pope Francis

Cologne. Malteser International, the worldwide relief service of the Order of Malta joins the world in prayer for the repose of the soul of His Holiness, Pope Francis, who passed away on 21/04/2025 at the age of 88. He was an immense source of inspiration for millions of people around the world. His papacy was characterized by the values of charity, solidarity and human dignity, and he left a lasting impression in the church and beyond, especially thanks to his special love for the poor, the sick, and the dispossessed.

03.04.2025

Myanmar After the Earthquake: No Clean Water, Rising Number of Illnesses – Malteser International Provides Emergency Relief

In the aftermath of a devastating earthquake in Myanmar, Malteser International is on the ground providing critical aid. With thousands injured and infrastructure severely damaged, our teams are delivering medical care, clean water, and essential supplies to those in desperate need. The situation remains dire as extreme heat and limited communication hinder relief efforts.

01.04.2025

Myanmar: Malteser International warns of life-threatening illnesses due to contaminated water

Cologne/Yangon. An increasing number of people are falling ill in Myanmar's earthquake-affected areas due to contaminated water. Water and sanitation infrastructure has been destroyed in numerous communities. Many people have been left homeless or without safe access to drinking water. As a consequence, illnesses such as watery diarrhea and other life-threatening diseases are emerging.

30.03.2025

Earthquake: Tent cities without sanitation and fear of infectious diseases in Myanmar

Cologne/Yangon. Malteser International and its local partners will provide medical aid, psychosocial support, clean water and sanitation to the people in the Mandalay region. Two days after the severe earthquake in Myanmar, the full extent of the damage is still unknown. In addition to providing immediate assistance, we are also working to assess further needs.

29.03.2025

Earthquake in Thailand/Myanmar: Malteser International emergency relief team on its way to Myanmar – first emergency relief efforts underway

Cologne/Yangon. A Malteser International emergency relief team will travel towards Yangon, Myanmar, on Saturday evening to support local colleagues in their initial emergency relief efforts for people in the affected areas. The first relief measures have already been launched: "Our medical teams, water, sanitation, and hygiene specialists, along with trained volunteers, are on the ground assessing needs and coordinating emergency assistance. Medicines and medical supplies are urgently needed," says Oliver Hochedez, Head of the Emergency Relief Department at Malteser International.

28.03.2025

Earthquake Thailand/Myanmar: Malteser International begins with 250,000 euro Emergency Relief

Cologne/Yangon/Mae Sariang. A severe earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale has struck Myanmar and Thailand today. The quake occurred at 12:50 p.m. local time at a depth of 10 kilometers close to the city of Sagaing in central Myanmar. Tremors were also felt in Thailand more than 1,000 kilometers away. Official information on the number of deaths is not yet available from the affected countries. Malteser International has been supporting people in Thailand and Myanmar for several decades. The organization will immediately provide emergency relief of 250,000 euros for the affected areas to provide rapid assistance. ( Photo: Chanakarn Laosarakham/Gettyimage)