Mozambican President Chapo Visits Areas Affected by Cyclone Jude

Mozambican President Daniel Chapo visited cyclone-affected Nampula, urging protection of human life. He addressed the needs of 400 displaced households at the Entente centre, assessed road damage, and announced repairs for crucial bridges affected by Cyclone Jude, which impacted 100,000 people and resulted in 14 deaths.

President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique made a passionate call for the protection of human life amid extreme climate events during his visit to cyclone-affected regions. He toured the Entente accommodation centre in the northern province of Nampula, where around 400 families displaced by Cyclone Jude have sought refuge. The cyclone has impacted approximately 100,000 individuals and resulted in at least 14 fatalities.

President Chapo expressed his solidarity, stating, “I am here because Nampula was the province that suffered most from the cyclone.” He emphasized the efforts of the National Disaster Management Institute (INGD) and local committees to keep the fatalities low. His visit included inspecting critical infrastructure, as many areas in Nampula remain inaccessible due to the cyclone’s destruction.

He particularly noted the damage to the vital 200-meter bridge over the Monapo River in Meconta district, which serves as a crucial link along the country’s main north-south highway (EN1). Another bridge on EN1 over the Mecuburi River has also sustained damage. President Chapo announced that contractors have been mobilized to conduct repairs, stating, “I thought I should come here to see the damage for myself. The damage to the roads is enormous.”

President Daniel Chapo’s visit to cyclone-hit areas in Mozambique underscores the urgent need for disaster relief and infrastructure repair. His support for the affected communities, combined with the mobilization of contractors for road repairs, highlights the government’s commitment to recovery and resilience against future climatic events. The situation remains precarious, with further assessments needed as many regions are still inaccessible.

Original Source: clubofmozambique.com