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Newsletter September 2026

In our September newsletter, we tell the stories of the people behind mine action: people who share their knowledge, take on responsibility and dedicate themselves to a world without mines for decades.

Interview with Katrin and Alex Atkins

Mine action experts Katrin and Alex Atkins explain why setbacks are part of the reality of humanitarian mine action – and why long-term partnerships and targeted investment in local professionals are essential. A story about patience, perseverance and the people driving lasting change in mine action.

Cluster Munition Monitor 2026

The new Cluster Munition Monitor 2026 reveals an alarming trend: in 2025, at least 1,063 people worldwide were killed or injured by cluster munitions. Almost 90% of the casualties were civilians. At the same time, 29 countries and territories remain contaminated by unexploded remnants.

Donation Fraud Alert

Fraudulent donation requests are currently being made in the name of the World Without Mines Foundation. Please stay vigilant.

Annual report 2025

Despite declining international funding and escalating conflicts, World Without Mines continued its work in seven countries together with local partner organizations in 2025. The annual report highlights the impact of this work and the people behind it.

Landmine Monitor 2025

The report reveals a concerning trend: more than 6,200 people worldwide were killed or injured by landmines and explosive remnants of war — the highest number in years. In addition geopolitical tensions are jeopardising the Ottawa Convention.

AI in humanitarian mine action

Artificial intelligence could revolutionize mine clearance. Shahab Moeini from SubSphere explains in an interview how it can protect lives and benefit as many people as possible.

Cluster Munition Monitor 2025

The latest Cluster Munition Report shows that despite progress in clearance, cluster munitions continue to be used. All documented victims of cluster munitions were civilians—almost half of them children.

Newsletter September 2025

From the minefields of Sri Lanka to the garbage dumps of South Sudan, World Without Mines is fighting for safety, hope, and a new beginning. Read the September newsletter to learn how courageous people are reclaiming their homes—and how innovative technology can save lives.

Homage to Christian Schmidt

Christian Schmidt was a member of the World Without Mines Foundation Board from 2011-2021. Sadly, he passed away recently. We bid him farewell with a review of his impressive texts.

Annual report 2024

Our Annual Report 2024 shows how focused aid creates hope and security in former war zones - and why our commitment is still urgently needed.

Newsletter May 2025

The visit of a long-standing donor to our project partner in Cambodia impressively shows how important explosive ordnance disposal still is today. Read more about this in the May newsletter.

Newsletter September 2024

A project visit to Angola and Zimbabwe shows the impact of the work of World Without Mines. Read more about this in the September newsletter.

Annual report 2023

What has World Without Mines achieved in the past year? What has the foundation been up to? Read more in the 2023 annual report.

Newsletter May 2024

How do you get a demining team into a province where the roads are pure mud? And what do you do to prevent a long-standing project from coming to nothing? The May newsletter provides answers to these questions.

25th anniversary

Since 25 years we are striving for a minefree world! A few impressions from our beginnings...

Impressive documentary: Into The Fire

The new short film by Orlando von Einsiedeln tells the story of deminer Hana Khider in western Iraq.

SWISS PEACE SUPPORTER

Achievements and new challenges in mine action

Short movie about mine clearance

To mark the International Mine Awareness Day, the Swiss Army was launching a film about the successes of humanitarian mine clearance.

Newsletter for a mine-free world

Our newsletter is sent out twice a year and updates you on our projects and how your donations are making a difference.