The National Institute for Disaster Management and Risk Reduction (INGD) is exploring new avenues of cooperation with the humanitarian organisation Oxfam to strengthen disaster prevention and response efforts in Mozambique.
This initiative was discussed during a meeting between INGD Vice President Gabriel Belém Monteiro and a delegation from Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies, led by Mark Peter Lindberg, Director of Disaster and Recovery Programmes. The meeting took place at INGD’s headquarters and addressed the challenges posed by Mozambique’s increasing exposure to extreme weather events.
Participants highlighted the importance of enhancing community preparedness, improving early warning systems, strengthening institutional coordination, and implementing proactive measures within disaster management strategies.
The role of the country’s 1,964 Local Committees for Disaster Management and Risk Reduction (CLGRD) was also underscored. These committees play a crucial role in mobilising communities and participating in prevention and emergency response activities.
Mark Peter Lindberg expressed Oxfam’s interest in deepening the exchange of experiences with the INGD and identifying collaborative opportunities that align with national priorities for disaster risk reduction.
The delegation representative emphasised the need for effective collaboration between the government and humanitarian partners in their preparations and responses to emergencies.
In response, Gabriel Belém Monteiro advocated for a strengthened coordination with humanitarian organisations, asserting that interventions must be aligned with both national and local priorities. He also stressed the necessity of increasing investments in prevention and preparedness sectors, with a focus on reducing community vulnerability, protecting lives, and minimising the impacts of extreme climatic events.
