By Fostina Mkandawire
Malawi Red Cross Society on Saturday donated assorted relief items estimated at K50 million to 213 households in Salima District who were affected by stormy rains which led to flash floods in December 2023.
Speaking during the donation at Kambwiri Primary School in the district, Malawi Red Cross Society Acting Secretary General, Chifundo Kalulu said his organisation is committed to ensuring that households affected by floods are cushioned from the impacts of floods by assisting them to get their livelihood back.
He said they did an independent assessment after the floods occurred to ascertain that those who were indeed affected receive the much needed assistance.
He, therefore, warned authorities not to take advantage of the situation to grab the donated items from the beneficiaries.
Assorted non-food items which include hygiene kits, kitchen utensils and other domestic items have been distributed to three affected Traditional Authorities.
Director of Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources, Enford Kanyimbo who represented the District Commissioner, commended Malawi Red Cross Society for the donation citing the district is prone to floods during rainy season, therefore, such assistance is much needed.
He advised households living in flood prone areas to find safe places to dwell as a preventive measure because the rains have only started hence careful consideration has to be taken to protect lives and property.
One of the affected people, Elizabeth Flackson, hailed Malawi Red Cross Society saying the donation will go a long way to help those affected get back on their feet.
