Zimbabwe has dispatched humanitarian assistance to Malawi to support thousands of families displaced by devastating flash floods, reinforcing the strong bonds of solidarity between the two neighbouring countries.
The aid was officially handed over, yesterday, to Malawi’s Ambassador to Zimbabwe, General (Retired) Peter Namathanga, by Vice President, Colonel (Retired) Dr Kembo Mohadi, during a ceremony held at the Munhumutapa offices, in Harare.
Vice President Mohadi said Zimbabwe’s intervention was driven not only by humanitarian need but also by the deep and longstanding ties shared by the two nations.
“Our response today is guided not only by humanitarian considerations, but also by the deep historical, cultural, and social ties that bind Zimbabwe and Malawi. Our two countries share a common colonial past and a long history of people-to-people interaction,” he said.
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Professor Amon Murwira, underscored that the initiative reflects Zimbabwe’s Pan-African values and its commitment to collective regional resilience.
“Our Constitution in Section 12 enshrines the spirit of Pan-Africanism. Our destiny as a nation is linked to the strength of our neighbour. In pursuance of that mandate, the President established ZimAid as an integral instrument in the architecture of cooperation,” he said.
Malawi’s Ambassador expressed gratitude for Zimbabwe’s timely intervention, noting that the country is battling both climate-induced disasters and ongoing economic challenges.
“The humanitarian donation for the victims of floods comes at a critical time for Malawi. We grapple with impacts of climate change and economic constraints. Your support will go a long way in helping us feed our people and mitigate the effects of floods and food insecurity, which has affected all regions in our country,” General (Retired) Namathanga said.
According to Malawi’s Department of Disaster Management Affairs, more than 32,000 people have been affected by the floods, with many in urgent need of food, shelter, and recovery assistance.
Zimbabwe’s support reinforces solidarity between the two nations and highlights the country’s commitment to regional cooperation in the face of escalating climate-related disasters.
