Southern Africa is set to establish a regional risk insurance scheme aimed at improving its rapid response to natural disasters.

The purpose of this National Disaster Recovery Framework (NDRF) is to: Guide government and other implementing stakeholders in prioritising the implementation of post-disaster needs assessment (PDNA) findings and guide recovery investment and resource allocations across short-term humanitarian needs and medium- to long-term reconstruction; Help

This reference manual provides in-depth knowledge on the techniques, methodologies and best practices for using geospatial information in support of decision making for disaster risk management for specific hazards.

Cape Town - A project management team will be established to monitor and provide oversight for the proper implementation of projects and the economic use of approximately R80 million which the Nati

The Telangana fire department has already taken 66 schools to court for not complying with the Fire Act.

This country profile provides a comprehensive overview of climate change science and policy in Pakistan, drawing insights from national and international literature. Catastrophic floods, droughts, and cyclones have plagued Pakistan in recent years. The 2010 flood killed 1,600 people and caused around $10 billion in damage.

The about 5,000 persons displaced in deadly mudslides and floods that hit Sierra Leone a week ago, will be given temporary shelter in 48 hours according to head of the disaster response outfit.

Nitish Kumar undertakes aerial survey

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PATNA: Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar has sought the help of Army and every possible assistance from the Centre as the flood situation in Kishanganj, Araria, Purnia and Katihar districts worsene

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