Zimbabwe just played the big brother card hard despite drowning in local chaos. Vice President Kembo Mohadi handed over a massive stash of food supplies to help Malawi cope with recent flooding. Private and public sectors rallied together after storms wrecked several regions late last year.
Intense downpours smashed Blantyre, Lilongwe, and other districts starting late December. The water wiped out bridges and roads cutting off essential services. President Arthur Peter Mutharika previously declared a disaster status since four million locals face starvation this season.
Mohadi admits his nation faces similar rainfall issues but insists on sharing resources. He claims their shared colonial history creates an obligation to assist. Many citizens in both territories trace their lineage across the border to make this more than just diplomatic posturing.
The VP notes that while the rains help farming, they also destroy Zimbabwean infrastructure. Disaster teams are scrambling on both sides of the border. Malawian Ambassador Peter Namathanga accepted the donation while praising the enduring bond linking the two states.
Intense downpours smashed Blantyre, Lilongwe, and other districts starting late December. The water wiped out bridges and roads cutting off essential services. President Arthur Peter Mutharika previously declared a disaster status since four million locals face starvation this season.
Mohadi admits his nation faces similar rainfall issues but insists on sharing resources. He claims their shared colonial history creates an obligation to assist. Many citizens in both territories trace their lineage across the border to make this more than just diplomatic posturing.
The VP notes that while the rains help farming, they also destroy Zimbabwean infrastructure. Disaster teams are scrambling on both sides of the border. Malawian Ambassador Peter Namathanga accepted the donation while praising the enduring bond linking the two states.
