
The majority of the affected rural families survive on substance farming and have little or no source of income. The cyclone has worsened the situation. The people in the affected communities are in need of healthcare, food and shelter, clothing and psychosocial support. Psychosocial support has to focus on grief, loss and coping skills. The impact from cyclone Idai ranges from flooding, landslides, collapsed and damaged houses, storm surges, blocked roads and collapsed bridges.