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Jenny McMahon in Eritrea, 1985
29 May 2017

Fighting famine overseas

Dr Jenny McMahon has witnessed firsthand the devastation a protracted famine can have on a community, particularly in developing areas.
NZRC Africa Famine Appeal
15 March 2017

Red Cross supporting millions of people facing famine in Africa and Yemen

More than 20 million people in Nigeria, the Horn of Africa and Yemen are facing famine as the region experiences one of the worst droughts in decades. Red Cross is calling on New Zealanders to help.
Semi, logistics officer at Samoa Red Cross, with jerry containers
27 April 2016

Good people doing good things: Semi, Logistics Officer, Samoa Red Cross

As we celebrate World Red Cross day, our staff and volunteers tell their stories about their work helping vulnerable people.  Semi is a Logistics Officer at Samoa Red Cross who loves coordinating people and supplies.