Mozambique LNG Project Supports Families Affected by Cyclone Chido in Mecufi, Cabo Delgado

In response to the devastating impact of Tropical Cyclone Chido, which struck northern Mozambique last December, the Mozambique LNG Project, operated by TotalEnergies, delivered past Tuesday, March 18, 2025, a humanitarian aid to the communities of Mecufi, in Cabo Delgado, in a partnership with the National Institute for Disaster Management (INGD) and the Diocesan Caritas of Pemba. The initiative will support over 600 families from 3 de Fevereiro, Capacira e Muaria.

During the ceremony, the General Manager of TotalEnergies, Maxime Rabilloud, stated: “we are here to express our solidarity with the families affected by Cyclone Chido on behalf of all Mozambique LNG Project partners and in reaction to the Government’s call to support the affected communities.”

The support includes food supplies for 627 families – 500 from the 3 de Fevereiro and 127 from the Capacira villages. Additionally, agricultural inputs will be distributed to 200 families in Muaria village, while construction materials will be provided to an equal number of families in critical need in the 3 de Fevereiro village.

On his turn, the Governor of Cabo Delgado, Valige Tauabo, recognized TotalEnergies efforts for its ongoing commitment to disaster relief and humanitarian assistance.

“We recognize that this support alone will not solve all the challenges caused by Cyclone Chido. That is why we continue to mobilize additional resources. In the meantime, we encourage the population to rebuild their homes and strengthen agricultural production to ensure food security and income generation”- said the Governor.

With more than 100,000 people affected, humanitarian efforts are now focused on distributing essential goods in the hardest-hit districts of Pemba and Mecufi, ensuring immediate relief and supporting long-term recovery.

The Mozambique LNG Project’s support reflects its commitment to sustainable development and improvement of the quality of life in the region.