Cyclone Jude yesterday struck Mozambique, bringing winds of up to 120 kilometer-per-hour and heavy rainfall, causing severe flooding and damage to infrastructure.

The storm made landfall in Mossuril district, Nampula province, leaving many residents homeless and without electricity.

In Nacala, locals were overwhelmed by the unrelenting rain and strong winds, with reports of collapsed walls, impassable roads, and disruptions to daily life.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) described the situation as critical, particularly for children, as flooding heightens the risk of waterborne diseases like cholera and malaria.

Residents reported destroyed homes and worsening conditions, with children unable to attend school or access basic necessities.