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When you support Oxfam, you help create a world without the inequality that fuels poverty. Here’s what that looks like for the communities we work with.
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What’s happening in Gaza, the West Bank and Lebanon?
On 15 January 2025, a temporary ceasefire was announced, coming into effect on 19 January. Here's the latest update on the situation in Gaza and the wider region.
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The goats that gave hope
In Nhongue village in Mozambique, hunger is real threat. But since the arrival of her goats, Recelia and her family...
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The goats that built a home
Delfinia Bernado has a lot to smile about. She’s a proud mum of two -- and thanks to a few...
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The Lower Sesan 2 Dam will soon flood several Cambodian Communities
Chhea's community is threatened by the construction of a large hydropower dam. She shares her concerns and hopes for the...
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How Cambodian villages protect their fish
Fish is a fundamental resource for poor Cambodian communities. Easily accessible by communities who live alongside the Mekong river, fish...
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Oxfam participates in the big issues at Garma festival 2015
The 17th Garma festival was held recently in Arnhem Land. The significant forum discussed and debated various issues confronting Aboriginal...
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When I grow up: a story of hope from the slums of Nairobi
Victor wants to be a pilot, but without access to a clean toilet, he may never realise his ambition. This...
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The spirit of Vanuatu: 3 months since Cyclone Pam
About three months ago, Oxfam Vanuatu Country Director Colin Collett van Rooyen, opened his front door in Port Vila not...
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What would you do if you were President for a day?
Urban developments, otherwise known as slums, are quickly spreading across Kenya's capital, Nairobi. With them comes a huge threat of...
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The smart way to tackle poverty
In the Mukuru slum in Nairobi, Kenya, Oxfam is working with our partner Sanergy to supply schools with Fresh Life...
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Nepal’s mountain guides helping Oxfam deliver aid to remote villages
In the last month two large earthquakes and more than 100 aftershocks have devastated Nepal. Thousands of survivors are now...
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Ongoing violence in Yemen pushing country towards economic collapse
With the escalation of conflict in Yemen now in its second month, the country is now in the midst of...
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Flying toilets versus Fresh Life toilets
Davis has lived in Mukuru -- a giant urban settlement, or slum -- since the year 2000. The lack of...
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