Mozambique: Security situation in north 'continues to deteriorate' - UNHCR
The United States announces $116 million in additional assistance for Mozambique
10:45 CAT | 20 Jul 2022
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Today, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights, Uzra Zeya announced the United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing $116 million in additional assistance to respond to needs, including severe food insecurity, in Mozambique. This funding is in addition to the more than $592 million in humanitarian assistance announced last week in Kampala to support refugees and conflict-affected people across the African continent and the nearly $1.2 billion to provide critical aid for millions of people across the Horn of Africa announced July 18th.
This includes $106 million in humanitarian assistance from USAID to support partners to address humanitarian needs stemming from the devastating effects of ongoing conflict in northern Mozambique and Tropical Cyclone Gombe. The conflict has resulted in the displacement of approximately 800,000 Mozambicans, and Tropical Cyclone Gombe compounded the hardship people in the north of the country were already facing. USAID’s partners will provide food and nutrition assistance and meet health care, water, sanitation, hygiene, agriculture, and other critical relief needs.
Honored to meet with President Nyusi today & reaffirm the 🇺🇸-🇲🇿 partnership to address global challenges & promote mutual peace and security, including $116 M additional U.S. assistance to respond to humanitarian needs like food insecurity in Mozambique. https://t.co/Bmdp641xv1 pic.twitter.com/8CCa0ZeZqJ
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 20, 2022
This additional funding brings U.S. humanitarian assistance for Mozambique to $167 million in Fiscal Year 2022, including $158 million from USAID. A portion of this new funding for Mozambique is part of the $2 billion in humanitarian assistance announced by President Joe Biden on June 27 as a part of the supplemental package intended to assist countries in Africa and worldwide whose people are suffering due to Russia’s attack on Ukraine. It will immediately address the most dire impacts of the global food security crisis through direct food assistance and related health, nutrition, protection, as well as water, sanitation and hygiene services in countries with high levels of acute food insecurity, reliance on Russian and Ukrainian imports, and vulnerability to price shocks.
Today’s funding also includes $10 million, subject to congressional approval, in development assistance for Mozambique. This funding is part of the $760 million in supplemental funds announced by President Biden to combat the effects of high food, fuel, and fertilizer prices – now being driven by Putin’s war – in those countries that need it most. With this additional funding, USAID will help smallholder farmers put climate-smart farming practices into use through better access to improved seeds and by cultivating a wider range of nutrition crops. USAID will also launch a challenge fund to encourage local agribusinesses to test and expand new business models, develop products, and adopt innovative technologies that help them overcome supply chain challenges and reach local consumers efficiently.
Mozambique is one of the eight new Feed the Future target countries announced by President Biden in June where Feed the Future will intensify its efforts to directly address and mitigate the impacts of the global food security crisis, which have been exacerbated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Delighted to meet with @lambdaMoz and learn about their important journey toward equality and inclusion for all Mozambicans, especially members of the #LGBTQI+ community. pic.twitter.com/8j8S32li4O
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 20, 2022
Productive meeting today with H.E. Manuel Jose Goncalves, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, discussing our strategic partnership and the importance of international cooperation to counter terrorism, promote human rights, and strengthen humanitarian action. pic.twitter.com/TIqNPFN7so
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 20, 2022
Important discussion today with Minister Kida on ongoing efforts to promote human rights, increase inclusive access to justice, and collaborate to combat transnational crime. 🇺🇸🤝🇲🇿 pic.twitter.com/13HRrfY4Rf
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 20, 2022
Thank you, Minister Massingue, for your partnership on countering terrorism and transnational crime. Our cooperation helps make people safer in Mozambique and around the world. 🇺🇸🤝🇲🇿 pic.twitter.com/SvOoBmoX5v
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 20, 2022
Great conversation with leaders of CISLAMO, who strive to promote the values of peace and community amidst times of turmoil. pic.twitter.com/49d74sn2p2
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 20, 2022
Just finished an enriching dialogue on the U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability with international partners committed to building resilience and preventing crises. https://t.co/TqNwE2QBEt pic.twitter.com/2Nz5wLczDO
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 19, 2022
Honored to meet Anti-Corruption Champion @DeniseNamburete, staunch supporter of transparency & accountability, and human rights advocate Quitéria Guirengane, who fiercely works to guarantee = access to healthcare. Their tireless advocacy is an inspiration. pic.twitter.com/cEY2yeQS1T
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 19, 2022
Olá Mocambique! Arriving in Africa on #MandelaDay was a special honor, and now thrilled to be in Mozambique, a nation with strong ties to Madiba. I honor his legacy by advancing the US- Mozambican partnership for peace, promotion of dignity for all & #ActionAgainstPoverty. pic.twitter.com/NWWsfX7DB9
— Under Secretary Uzra Zeya (@UnderSecStateJ) July 19, 2022
For the latest updates on USAID’s humanitarian assistance in Mozambique, visit: www.usaid.gov/humanitarian-assistance/mozambique.
Source: USAID / Press Release
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