An Update on Flood Destruction in Malawi
Between March 3rd and 18th, 2019, flash floods occurred in the southern region of Malawi as a result of deadly storms that hit Africa. Since this time there has been a lot of data being shared about the effects of these floods. FVM works in the South-East and Southern regions of Malawi, in particular the Zomba and Mulanje Districts. Zomba District, which has a population of 746,724, had 29,982 households (134,514 people) directly affected by the destruction caused by the floods. The number of households displaced was 3,130 (approx. 14,085 individuals).
Some families have found refuge in the homes of friends and relatives, while others stayed in evacuation centres until early this month. In total, 800 households lost more than 80% of their property including crops and livestock.
Some families have found refuge in the homes of friends and relatives, while others stayed in evacuation centres until early this month. In total, 800 households lost more than 80% of their property including crops and livestock.
 | Maggie, who lost part of her home in the flood, narrates: "It was raining slowly but continuously. When it reached the second day, I saw the walls of my house wet and started falling down. In the course of escaping, I lost most of my property. Crops were destroyed. Thanks to Future Vision Ministries for providing Likuni Phala, soap and sugar. At the moment, food is the main need as I rebuild my home." |
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Currently, people are embarking in rebuilding the homes with temporary materials (Pictured above: community members rebuilding homes, as well as a temporary community toilet constructed for community members). As the floods destroyed or displaced the personal items of many of the households, the people are in need of kitchen supplies, clothes, and hygiene materials. The greatest need, however, is having nutritious food available to sustain the people in their recovery.
SIMPLE FACT:
On average, each family takes 30kg of maize (corn flour) per month which costs MK7,200 ($10 USD). Therefore, $3,776 USD would provide the main food to about 1,880 individuals for the whole month.
On average, each family takes 30kg of maize (corn flour) per month which costs MK7,200 ($10 USD). Therefore, $3,776 USD would provide the main food to about 1,880 individuals for the whole month.
Please continue to pray for Malawi and the people who are recovering from this tragedy, as well as for FVM staff who are aiding in this recovery process.
Newton Sindo
Newton Sindo
Please consider helping our friends in Malawi with the rebuilding process and provision of food.
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