Floods triggered by continuous rainfall have displaced over 160,000 people across Malawi, authorities say. Limited funding is hampering response and recovery efforts as more communities remain at risk.
The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services has warned Malawians to inspect buildings and avoid flood-prone areas as heavy rains linked to the ITCZ are expected to persist into early January, raising risks of flash floods and infrastructure damage.
The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) has reported an increase in the number of deaths and injuries caused by disasters, with the death toll rising from 35 to 39 since the onset of the 2024/25 rainy season.
