Socio-Economic Effects of El Niño in Malawi

This document explores the wide-ranging socio-economic impacts of the El Niño phenomenon on Malawi, focusing on the droughts and floods it has triggered. It provides an in-depth analysis of the humanitarian situation, assessing the immediate response efforts and the socio-economic consequences of these climate events on vulnerable populations. The report identifies critical sectors affected, such as agriculture, food security, water supply, and health services.

It also discusses the future challenges Malawi faces due to recurring climate shocks and evaluates the country’s current policies and strategies for resilience building. The document concludes with key recommendations to enhance long-term resilience, including strengthening early warning systems, implementing climate-smart agricultural practices, improving infrastructure, and fostering policy coordination among government, development partners, and local communities.