Keywords: Disaster recovery


Nepal estimates up to $5 billion needed to rebuild after devastating floods

Nepal could require between $4 billion and $5 billion to recover and rebuild after devastating floods caused widespread destruction along its northern border, Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle said on Saturday. Wagle stressed that the figure remains an initial estimate, as government agencies are still......

Earthquake in Colombia: Beyoncé Donates One Million Dollars to Aid Victims

The mobilization in support of the victims of the powerful earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10 continues. American singer Beyoncé has announced a personal donation of one million dollars aimed at supporting families affected by the disaster, particularly those who have lost their homes. The......

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises above 6,000 as recovery efforts continue

The official death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela on June 24 has risen to more than 6,000, according to the latest figures released by national authorities. The updated casualty count reflects the scale of one of the country's deadliest natural disasters in recent......

Venezuela earthquake death toll surpasses 4,300 as recovery efforts continue

The official death toll from the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has climbed above 4,300, underscoring the scale of one of the country's deadliest natural disasters in recent history. Speaking during a press briefing, Jorge Rodríguez, President of Venezuela's......

Post-earthquake recovery: Over 46,000 families rebuild homes in Al Haouz

More than 46,000 families in Morocco’s Al Haouz province have rebuilt or rehabilitated their homes following last year’s devastating earthquake. The reconstruction efforts, supported by a national recovery program, have been backed by significant financial allocations exceeding MAD 4.2 billion......

EBRD, EU, and Finéa collaborate to revitalize small businesses after Al Haouz earthquake

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has joined forces with the European Union (EU) and the Moroccan financing institution Finéa to provide essential support to small businesses in regions impacted by the devastating Al Haouz earthquake. On September 8, 2023, a powerful......

Moroccan Activist Faces Prison After Earthquake Aid Criticism

The Moroccan judiciary has sentenced activist Said Ait Mahdi to a three-month prison term for his criticism of local authorities' handling of earthquake recovery efforts in the Marrakech region. The verdict, delivered on Monday, also included a fine of 10,000 dirhams ($1,000) in damages to each civil......

Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Leave Thousands Homeless

Wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles have claimed at least 10 lives and destroyed nearly 10,000 structures as five major blazes continue to rage. The fires, fanned by strong desert winds, entered their third day of destruction, leaving a trail of devastation. The Palisades Fire, located between Santa......

China Mobilizes Space Assets: 8 Satellites Track Deadly Xizang Earthquake Impact

In a swift response to Tuesday's devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake in Xizang Autonomous Region's Dingri County, Chinese authorities have orchestrated an advanced satellite monitoring operation to support rescue and recovery efforts. The State Council reports that eight satellites, including......