Tropical Cyclone Freddy

Msaka mocks the intelligence of Cyclone Freddy victims

Malawians are yet to come to terms with the devastation Cyclone Freddy has caused in the Southern Region and other parts of the country.

Death toll from Cyclone Freddy in Malawi nearly doubles to 190

The impact of Cyclone Freddy in Malawi has caused the death toll to rise to 190, according to the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (Dodma). 

Amnesty International calls for compensation for Malawi and Mozambique after Cyclone Freddy

Amnesty International has called for Malawi and Mozambique to be compensated for the loss and damage caused by Cyclone Freddy, as they are among the least responsible for climate change. 

FDH Financial Holdings pledges K100 million relief package for Cyclone Freddy victims

FDH Financial Holdings has announced a relief package of K100 million to complement government’s efforts in mitigating the effects of Cyclone Freddy in Blantyre and other affected districts.

Undule criticizes govt for selective response to natural disasters

Governance and human rights advocate Undule Mwakasungula has criticized the government for what he has termed as ‘selective response to natural disasters’.

President Chakwera orders MDF deployment to assist  Tropical Cyclone Freddy victims 

President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has ordered deployment of Malawi Defence Force (MDF) soldiers in the Southern Region to render their logistical support in the affected areas ravaged by Cyclone Freddy.

President Chakwera declares state of disaster in Southern Region as Cyclone Freddy continues to wreck havoc

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has declared some parts of Southern Region as state of disaster following the devastation caused by Tropical Cyclone Freddy.

YAP urges Malawi Government, donors to deploy mobile clinics to cyclone-ravaged areas

Youth Advocacy Platform (YAP), a not-for-profit organization supporting youth-led participation in the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), has appealed to Government of Malawi and its development partners to make haste in responding to the needs of families affected by the Tropical Cyclone Freddy.

Ministry suspends classes in the Southern Region due to Tropical Cyclone Freddy

Ministry of Education has suspended classes in the Southern Region due to bad weather conditions, particularly the tropical cyclone Freddy.