Around 90,000 Children Impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique
December 17, 2024
Maputo, Mozambique – Cyclone Chido, a Category 4 storm that made landfall in Mozambique on December 6, has left a devastating impact on the country, particularly affecting children.
According to the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), an estimated 90,000 children in Mozambique have been affected by the cyclone, which brought heavy rains and strong winds to the region. Homes, schools, and infrastructure have been destroyed, leaving families displaced and in need of urgent assistance.
“The situation for children in Mozambique is dire,” said UNICEF Mozambique Representative Sofia Fernandes. “Thousands of families have lost everything and are in urgent need of shelter, food, and clean water. Many children have also been separated from their parents or caregivers, and are at risk of exploitation and abuse.”
UNICEF is working closely with the government and other humanitarian organizations to provide assistance to those affected by the cyclone. Teams are on the ground distributing essential supplies, including food, clean water, shelter materials, and hygiene kits. UNICEF is also supporting the establishment of child-friendly spaces, where children can receive psychosocial support and play.
The cyclone has also disrupted education for thousands of children. Schools have been damaged or destroyed, and many students have lost their school supplies. UNICEF is working to provide temporary learning spaces and support teachers so that children can continue their education as soon as possible.
“Children are the most vulnerable to the impacts of cyclones and other disasters,” said Fernandes. “We must do everything we can to protect them and ensure that they have the support they need to recover from this tragedy.”
Cyclone Chido is the latest in a series of extreme weather events that have hit Mozambique in recent years. The country is particularly vulnerable to climate change, which is increasing the frequency and intensity of storms and other natural disasters.
UNICEF is calling for increased investment in disaster preparedness and resilience in Mozambique. This includes strengthening infrastructure, supporting early warning systems, and providing training and resources to communities on how to prepare for and respond to extreme weather events.
“We cannot afford to wait until the next disaster strikes,” said Fernandes. “We must act now to protect children and build a more resilient future for Mozambique.”
Media Contact: UNICEF Mozambique +258 84 564 2323 media.moz@unicef.org
Around 90,000 children impacted by Cyclone Chido in Mozambique
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