Department of Disaster Management Affairs

Department of Disaster Management Affairs A Malawi Government agency for coordinating and directing the implementation of DRM programmes

Government and Private Sector Unite to Confront El Niño ThreatThe Government convened a high-level engagement with the p...
09/09/2026

Government and Private Sector Unite to Confront El Niño Threat

The Government convened a high-level engagement with the private sector today 9th September 2026, at the Bingu International Convention Center (BICC) to strengthen national preparedness for the anticipated El Niño phenomenon.

The meeting was presided over by Chief Secretary Dr. Justin Saidi, who also chairs the Ad Hoc Committee on El Niño who announced that Government has developed a National El Niño Preparedness Plan valued at MK488.5 billion, with MK163.7 billion already mobilized.

“Disaster risk reduction is not an expenditure; it is an investment,” he emphasized, urging the private sector to help in closing the remaining MK324.8 billion gap.

Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) President Mr. Ronald Ngwira underscored that preparedness is a sound business strategy, not charity, as El Niño poses significant risks to supply chains and economic stability. He highlighted that businesses can contribute through transport, warehousing, and energy solutions that enhance resilience.

This engagement reflects Government’s commitment to proactive response, shared resilience working hand in hand with the private sector to safeguard lives, livelihoods, and economic stability against climate threats.

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04/09/2026


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The government has stressed that strengthened preparedness and early action are crucial to protecting Malawi’s natural r...
02/09/2026

The government has stressed that strengthened preparedness and early action are crucial to protecting Malawi’s natural resources, livelihoods and economy ahead of the 2026–2027 season.

Speaking at the Natural Resources Protection Planning Forum in Lilongwe, the Minister of Natural Resources and Climate Change, Patricia Wiskesi, emphasized that simply having weather forecasts is not enough adding that the government must act on them immediately.

At the same event, the Commissioner for Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA), Wilson Moleni, announced that Malawi has activated its early response plan after receiving drought alerts.

DoDMA is collaborating with local meteorological experts to guide these efforts and has drafted an El Niño Preparedness Plan, which is currently awaiting Cabinet approval. Moleni urged all stakeholders to unite, emphasizing that strong collaboration is essential to protecting communities.
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DROUGHT WARNING AND EARLY ACTION ALERTThe Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) has officially activated Tie...
28/08/2026

DROUGHT WARNING AND EARLY ACTION ALERT
The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) has officially activated Tier 1 Drought Early Actions following updated meteorological forecasts, prompting partner organizations and local teams to roll out immediate proactive measures to protect livelihoods and build community resilience ahead of severe dry conditions across Balaka, Blantyre, Blantyre City, Chikwawa, Chiradzulu, Dedza, Dowa, Kasungu, Lilongwe City, Machinga, Mangochi, Mchinji, Mulanje, Mwanza, Mzimba, Neno, Nkhata Bay, Nkhotakota, Nsanje, Ntchisi, Phalombe, Thyolo, and Zomba.
Stay informed, check in on your neighbors, and follow local guidelines as support activities ramp up.

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JAPAN DONATES US$1.9 MILLION TO SUPPORT MALAWI’S LEAN SEASON RESPONSEThe Government of Japan has provided US$1.9 million...
12/08/2026

JAPAN DONATES US$1.9 MILLION TO SUPPORT MALAWI’S LEAN SEASON RESPONSE
The Government of Japan has provided US$1.9 million through the World Food Programme (WFP) to help Malawi prepare for the 2026/27 lean season.
Hon. Roza Fatch Mbilizi, Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development said the funds will procure 1,910 metric tons of rice to support vulnerable households. She emphasized that this timely support strengthens Malawi’s preparedness for the anticipated impacts of El Niño, with MVAC projecting up to 2.6 million people could face hunger.
“This is an investment in resilience and protection of vulnerable Malawians,” Hon. Mbilizi noted.
The donation will be implemented through the World Food Programme (WFP) under the Lean Season Food Insecurity Response Programme (LS FIRP).
The grant signing ceremony was attended by Japan’s Ambassador to Malawi H.E. Naito Yasushi, Minister Mbilizi, Commissioner for Disaster Management Affairs Mr. Wilson Moleni, and WFP Malawi Country Director Dr. Hyping Joon Lim.

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12/08/2026

Nthambi ya Boma yoona za ngozi zogwa mwadzidzidzi ikukumbutsa a Malawi onse kuti lero, pa 12 August 2026, ndi tsiku lomaliza lomwe boma litapereke ma bus aulere pa ntchito yobweretsa anthu kuchokera ku South Africa.

Ma bus omaliza anyamuka lero masana kuchokera ku Embassy ya Malawi ku Johannesburg ndi Pretoria.

Kuyambira mawa, a Malawi onse omwe akufuna kubwelera kumudzi akuyenera kukonza okha mayendedwe awo. Thandizo lopereka ziphaso zoyendera (emergency travel documents) za ulele lidzapitilira kuperekedwa ndi Malawi embassy.

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Chidziwitso Chofunika pa Ntchito Yobweretsa Anthu kuchokera ku South AfricaNthambi ya Boma yoona za ngozi zogwa mwadzidz...
11/08/2026

Chidziwitso Chofunika pa Ntchito Yobweretsa Anthu kuchokera ku South Africa

Nthambi ya Boma yoona za ngozi zogwa mwadzidzidzi ikukumbutsa a Malawi onse kuti ntchito yobweretsa anthu kuchokera ku South Africa itha mawa, pa 12 August 2026. Ma bus omaliza anyamuka mawa kuchokera ku embassy ku Johannesburg Komanso ku Pretoria 12 koloko masana.

A Malawi onse omwe atakhale ku South Africa pakadutsa pa 12 August akuyenera kukonza okha mayendedwe obwelera kumudzi.

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Ntchito yobweretsa abale athu kuchokera ku South Africa itha pa 12 August 2026. Ma bus omaliza adzanyamuka ku Johannesbu...
10/08/2026

Ntchito yobweretsa abale athu kuchokera ku South Africa itha pa 12 August 2026. Ma bus omaliza adzanyamuka ku Johannesburg ndi Pretoria 12 koloko masana pa tsikuli.

Tikuthokoza mabungwe, ma kampani ndi anthu onse omwe akhala akutithandiza pogwira ntchitoyi.

Pofika pa 8 August 2026, ntchitoyi yayenda motele:

Chiwerengero cha onse obwerera: 59,931
Amuna: 40,803
Akazi: 19,128
Ana osakwana zaka 5: 4,369
Amayi oyembekezera: 735
Mabasi omwe agwiritsidwa ntchito: 887
Anthu olandira thandizo la zaumoyo: 14,113


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07/08/2026


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