Between 2 and 23 May 2026, Associação Jovem Activo (AJA) implemented the Rapid Emergency Flood Response Project in Sabié and Chanculo (PRRE), in the district of Moamba, Maputo Province. The project responded to the floods of January 2026, which severely affected livelihoods, access to safe water and sanitary conditions of families in the region.
The intervention covered the neighbourhoods of Incomati, Chiquizela, Matadouro, Comercial and Xilhonine in the Administrative Post of Sabié, and the Locality of Chanculo in the Administrative Post of Ressano Garcia. It was carried out in coordination with local health centres, local government and community leaders.
Safe water access
Families affected by the floods received CERTEZA household water purifiers, improving access to drinking water and reducing the risk of waterborne diseases.
- 338 families received water purifiers (240 in Sabié and 98 in Chanculo)
- Around 2,231 people reached with safe water
- An estimated 1,014 children indirectly reached
Agricultural recovery
After an updated needs assessment showed that agricultural recovery was the main priority of affected families, AJA expanded this component from 40 to 70 families.
- 70 families received complete agricultural kits (40 in Sabié and 30 in Chanculo)
- Kits with seeds, hoes, watering cans and 20-litre containers
- Around 462 people benefited
- Training in sustainable agriculture and environmental education
Community health fairs
In partnership with health professionals, free consultation, screening and counselling services were offered during the community events, and cases needing follow-up were referred.
- 98 consultations and health screenings
- 56 HIV tests
- 71 hypertension, 55 diabetes and 44 malaria screenings
- 40 family planning services
Community awareness and participation
The events were spaces for awareness, dialogue and community participation, with sessions on public health, waterborne disease prevention, HIV, family planning, hygiene and livelihood recovery. Music, dance and poetry led by AJA youth volunteers and community members strengthened social cohesion after the emergency.
- 519 unique participants in community activities
- Strong participation of women, youth, older people and people with disabilities
- Free water and snacks for all participants
Lessons learned
- Post-emergency needs change quickly and require regular reassessment
- Integrating health, agriculture and safe water is more effective than isolated interventions
- Active involvement of community leaders strengthens legitimacy and transparency
- Clear communication of selection criteria reduces community tensions
This project was made possible with the support of Amics del Tercer Món.
