In 2026, Malteser International needs to navigate a humanitarian landscape defined by rapid change, increasing crises, and tightening resources. In this interview, Program Director Kees Zevenbergen discusses his vision for the year ahead, outlining how the organization plans to adapt, innovate, and remain a vital force in humanitarian aid during these challenging times.
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Cologne/Kyiv. The energy infrastructure of the whole of Ukraine continues to be subject to targeted attacks by Russia. Heating systems, water supplies, mobile phone networks and internet connections are severely affected, especially in the major cities. With temperatures below freezing, hundreds of thousands of people in the capital Kyiv alone are currently without electricity and heating.
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Cologne. Malteser International is pleased to announce the appointment of the Most Reverend Dr. Everardus Johannes de Jong as the new Spiritual Advisor (Chaplain) of the organization. With the agreement of the Prelate of the Sovereign Order of Malta (SOM), the President has appointed Msgr. de Jong to this important role, in which he will oversee the religious and church-related interests of Malteser International.
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Cologne/Port Sudan. In Sudan, torn apart by war between RSF paramilitaries and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), healthcare has also virtually collapsed. Up to 80% of healthcare facilities are no longer operational, and even hospitals-such as the one recently attacked in al-Fashir-are under threat. There is a severe shortage of medical professionals. To address this crisis, Malteser International is deploying a seven-member team of experts to Port Sudan. Their mission: to train the remaining healthcare staff, many of whom have only minimal qualifications. The humanitarian situation is catastrophic. Around 30 million people, more than half the population, are currently dependent on humanitarian aid.
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