Radio-lights needed for Idai & Kenneth survivors

We are delighted to report on our new Fenix radio-lights sent to survivors of Cyclone Kennth in Mozambique. The majority of the 200 units that we couriered were distributed first to community leaders in Quissanga South. Quissanga took a direct hit from Cyclone Kenneth south of Pemba, the tourist town and capital of the Cabo Delgado Province.

Care Mozambique, is our principal distribution partner. They selected the hardest hit areas where people lost nearly everything they owned. Local Care staff sat with community leaders, who are mainly men, to demonstrate the Fenix and to ask them questions.

When asked if the Fenix would be helpful to them, here are some of community leaders’ replies:

-         They will not be able to receive information through the radio, which they can share any pertinent information to households in their community

-         They will be able to charge-up their phones. This will be important in terms of maintaining communication with other organizations. Community leaders handle distributions and monitoring missions to prepare for Care’s arrival so they do not arrive unannounced.

-          The flashlight will be used on a daily basis as none of the communities have access to electricity. At present, most households have been setting fires inside their homes for warmth and light using wood.

The leaders said that they would like to have many more of the devices as every household should have one.

 In our next update, we’ll report on distributions to highly vulnerable women-headed households.

We are truly gradteful for your support and hope you will continue to support this wonderful initative.