Zanzibar Blackout

Years :

2008

Incidents :

Blackout

Country :

Tanzania

Description of the mission

Participants :

SE

Requester :

OCHA

Cover Photo Credit: UNICEF/van Oorsouw

Essential equipment supporting humanitarian success

Explore the critical equipment deployed during this humanitarian mission. From advanced medical supplies to innovative logistical solutions, each resource was meticulously selected to address urgent needs on the ground. These tools exemplify our commitment to delivering efficient, effective, and tailored support in the most challenging environments.

ICT Support

Other missions

Storm

2007

Hurricane Dean

Following Hurricane Dean's impact on Belize in 2007, the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP) deployed Finland's ICT support module to assist the UNDAC team. This deployment provided essential communication and coordination capabilities, ensuring effective response efforts and supporting the recovery process in the affected areas.

TRIPLEX

1997

TRIPLEX 1997

The first-ever TRIPLEX exercise took place in 1997 in the United Kingdom, marking the beginning of a pioneering initiative in multilateral humanitarian preparedness. Organized by the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP), the inaugural TRIPLEX focused on testing and enhancing coordination among humanitarian actors in a simulated emergency environment. Bringing together IHP member organizations and international partners, the exercise laid the foundation for what would become a cornerstone of civilian-led humanitarian response training. It set a precedent for future exercises, emphasizing collaboration, interoperability, and the practical application of skills in complex crisis scenarios.

Floods

2015

Malawi Floods

In January 2015, Malawi experienced devastating flooding that affected over 1 million people, displaced more than 336,000, and resulted in 100 fatalities. The floods caused widespread damage to crops, livestock, and infrastructure. In response to a request from the Malawian government, an UNDAC (UN Disaster Assessment and Coordination) team was deployed by UN OCHA to assess the situation and provide guidance.