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Malawi Floods

Years :
  • 2015
Incidents :
  • Floods
Country :
  • Malawi

Description of the mission

Participants :
  • DE, DK, NO, SE
Requester :
  • OCHA

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.

The International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP) played a critical role in supporting the mission by deploying experts from DEMA (Denmark), DSB (Norway), and MSB (Sweden). IHP facilitated effective coordination and communication by providing ICT equipment and expertise, enabling humanitarian partners to gather and share vital information about the affected population and prioritize relief efforts.

Initially planned for three weeks, the UNDAC mission was extended, prompting additional IHP personnel deployments, including support from MSB and THW (Germany). IHP Chairperson Trygve Bruun highlighted the partnership’s ongoing commitment to supporting UNDAC missions with coordination expertise and ICT solutions, reinforcing its core role in emergency response operations.

Cover Photo Credit: UN Malawi

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.
  • Coordination support, ICT Support

Other missions

  • TRIPLEX
  • 2002

TRIPLEX 2002

In October 2002, the TRIPLEX exercise was held on the Danish island of Bornholm, bringing together international humanitarian actors for a large-scale disaster simulation. Organized by the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP), the exercise provided a realistic training environment for over 200 participants, including UN agencies, EU Civil Protection teams, and NGOs. The scenario tested disaster assessments, coordination, and logistical support, with a focus on enhancing collaboration and interoperability among organizations. TRIPLEX 2002 showcased IHP’s ability to deploy support services such as base camps and communication systems, strengthening preparedness and coordination for future humanitarian emergencies.
  • TRIPLEX
  • 2008

TRIPLEX 2008

In September 2008, the TRIPLEX exercise took place along the Swedish-Norwegian border near Charlottenberg and Magnor. Organized by the International Humanitarian Partnership (IHP), the simulation focused on a large-scale natural disaster scenario, bringing together humanitarian actors, UN agencies, and EU Civil Protection teams. Participants practiced critical response tasks, including coordination, assessments, and logistics, in a realistic cross-border setting. The exercise emphasized cooperation among diverse organizations and tested IHP support capacities, such as base camps and communication services. TRIPLEX 2008 provided a valuable training opportunity, enhancing preparedness and collaboration for effective responses to real-world humanitarian emergencies.
  • Floods
  • 2022

Gambia Floods

In response to the severe flooding that affected The Gambia in July and August 2022, IHP, with Norway’s contribution, played a pivotal role in supporting the United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination (UNDAC) team’s operations.

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