Benin Floods

Years :

2009

Incidents :

Floods

Country :

Benin

Description of the mission

Participants :

DK, SE

Requester :

OCHA

Cover Photo Credit: CARE/Loetitia Raymond

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

Floods

2010

Pakistan Floods

In response to the devastating 2010 Pakistan floods, IHP deployed ICT modules from Norway, Sweden, and Denmark to support UN OCHA’s coordination efforts. Additionally, a multi-nation team established a base camp for 70 aid workers, providing vital infrastructure for relief operations. This mission exemplified IHP’s collaborative spirit in crisis response.

Earthquakes

2008

Lake Kivu Earthquake

Following the 2008 Lake Kivu earthquake in the Democratic Republic of Congo, IHP provided crucial ICT support to the UNDAC team in Goma. With communication networks disrupted, IHP deployed satellite phones, laptops, and internet access solutions, enabling effective coordination of relief efforts. This support ensured real-time assessments, facilitated aid delivery, and helped restore critical communication, playing a key role in managing the earthquake response and assisting affected communities.

Epidemic

2014

Monrovia ETU & Camp

More than 9,200 confirmed, probable, and suspected cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) were reported across seven countries by mid-October 2014. To support efforts in combating the outbreak, the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP) deployed two cargo aircraft from Stockholm and a team of support staff over the weekend of October 18-19.