πŸ‡²πŸ‡ΌMalawi

Malawi is one of the most flood-prone countries in Africa, with cyclones and heavy rains regularly causing devastating flooding, particularly in the southern Shire River basin. Cyclone Freddy in 2023 was especially devastating. The country also faces droughts and food insecurity as recurring challenges.

This page tracks 2 documented disasters in Malawi. The most recent is Malawi Floods (March 2026). Find responding organizations, official agencies, and emergency contacts for Malawi below.

Southern AfricaLilongwe21.1 millionEmergency: 9902 disasters recorded

Official Disaster Management Agencies

Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA)

Malawi's lead agency for disaster risk management, coordinating preparedness, response, and recovery.

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Local & Regional Organizations

Malawi Red Cross Society

Provides emergency relief, health services, and disaster preparedness programs across Malawi.

Website

At a Glance

Region
Southern Africa
Capital
Lilongwe
Emergency
990
Total Disasters
2
Active
0
Recovery
1
Responding Orgs
8

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