World Vision Malawi on Tuesday (17th December, 2024) donated K40 million worth relief items towards Moderate Tropical Storm Chido response operations.

The donation comes at a time when the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) is providing relief assistance to over 7,000 households affected by the storm.

Speaking in Blantyre, World Vision Malawi Humanitarian Emergency Affairs Manager Sobhuza Sibande said his organization felt compelled to complement government’s efforts in reaching out to the affected.

In his remarks, DoDMA’s Director of Disaster Preparedness and Response Rev. Moses Chimphepo described the donation as timely and commended the organization which visualizes life in all its fullness and is rooted in the love of Christ.

The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) in the office of the President and Cabinet would like to update the general public on damages caused by Moderate Tropical Storm Chido.

The total number of affected households has risen from 7,721 (as reported in our previous update dated 17th December, 2024 to 10,159 (approximately 45,162 people). Out of the 10,159 affected households, 227 people have been displaced. The death toll is now at 13 (from seven); while the total number of injuries has increased from 16 to 29.

Meanwhile, the department is providing relief assistance in collaboration with various humanitarian partners. DoDMA is also leading the development of a plan that will guide the implementation of short to mid-term interventions.