Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi struck Mozambique on January 13, 2025, severely affecting over 283,000 residents and damaging 80,865 homes. The MIRA assessment conducted by INGD and OCHA identified urgent humanitarian needs, with limited assistance provided to date. Continuous efforts are necessary to address critical requirements amidst the ongoing rainy season and food insecurity challenges.
Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi made landfall in Nampula province, Mozambique on January 13, 2025, before re-entering the Mozambique Channel the next day. The cyclone brought severe weather, with the highest recorded precipitation reaching 247mm in Mossuril and wind speeds of up to 150km/h, causing significant destruction. Approximately 283,334 individuals have been affected, with damage to 80,865 houses, including 44,012 that are partially damaged and 36,853 that are completely destroyed, along with impacts on health facilities, schools, and agricultural land.
A Multisector Initial Rapid Assessment (MIRA), facilitated by INGD and OCHA from January 25-29, identified urgent needs for the affected population, including shelter, emergency food, health services, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene). To date, 33,000 out of 234,000 targeted individuals have received assistance for livelihoods. The Shelter/NFI cluster has achieved 18 percent of its target, while the WASH sector has met 14 percent of its goal through the provision of hygiene promotion, water trucking, and distribution of hygiene kits.
With the rainy season and the lean season persisting until April, urgent requests for food supplies, seeds, building materials, nutrition, and protection assistance are critical. Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) partners are currently working to mobilize resources and logistics to facilitate immediate assistance to the affected communities.
In conclusion, Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi has had a devastating impact on Mozambique, affecting over 283,000 individuals and resulting in widespread destruction of homes and essential infrastructure. The ongoing humanitarian response efforts have begun addressing critical needs but require further resources to ensure comprehensive support amid continuing adverse weather conditions. Timely intervention is crucial to assist those affected during this challenging period.
Original Source: reliefweb.int
