The flooding has affected more than 720 000 people, with 75% residing in Gaza Province. The government and health authorities responded in a timely manner to support the affected population,” says Dr Sheila Nhoni, health emergency officer at WHO Mozambique. Health care must continue, even when entire communities are under water,” says Dr Anabela Langa, from Maputo Province Health Sector. WHO also participates in daily coordination meetings, contributes to the Ministry of Health’s Daily Emergency Response Bulletin and provides ongoing technical guidance to ensure an effective, coherent, and aligned response at all levels. Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of Word Health OrganisationThe post Intensifying emergency response to Mozambique flooding disaster appeared first on African Media Agency.

Source: GNN Liberia February 07, 2026 08:00 UTC