In Mozambique, the storm hit the northern provinces, which are regularly hit by cyclones. He first reached Cabo Delgado, then went further inland to Nyasa and Nampula.
The country’s INGD said the cyclone had affected the education and health sectors. More than 109,793 students were affected, school infrastructure was seriously damaged.
About 52 sanitation facilities were damaged, INGD reported, further threatening access to basic health services. This is further exacerbated in areas where access to health facilities was limited even before the cyclone.
Daniel Chapo, leader of Mozambique’s ruling party, told local media that the government was mobilizing support at “all levels” in response to the cyclone.
Speaking during a visit to Cabo Delgado on Sunday, one of the worst affected areas, Chapo said the government is working together with INGD to ensure that those affected in the provinces of Mekufi, Nampula, Memba and Nyasa can rebuild.
