1 October 2026, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah in December 2025, post-disaster recovery and resilience building needs to go beyond simple restoration efforts. It is vital to listen to affected residents, understand the risks they face and ensure their concerns are integrated into settlement planning. UN-Habitat, through the Integrated

3 June 2026, Colombo, Sri Lanka. UN-Habitat, together with the National Water Supply & Drainage Board (NWSDB) is implementing the project “Safe and Resilient Water Supply for Western Cities – Integrating Climate Resilience into Water Safety Plans of the Ambatale Water Supply Scheme”. The project is funded through a USD 469,232 grant from the Coalition for

1 June 2026, Mullaitivu, Sri Lanka. In Sri Lanka’s Mullaitivu District, fishing communities face challenges to sustain their livelihoods.  They lack adequate knowledge and skills in proper fish handling and processing methods, as well as quality equipment and cold storage facilities. Unhygienic fish processing practices, poor storage and weak transportation systems are causing high post-harvest

30 April 2026, Mullaitivu, Sri Lanka. Farmers in Sri Lanka’s Mullaitivu District are facing difficulties in pursuing their agricultural livelihoods due to the adverse impacts of climate change in the region. With changing rainfall patterns, prolonged dry periods and poor soil conditions, farming communities are experiencing lower crop production, resulting in reduced household incomes and