For 13-year-old Rafina from Beira, one of Mozambique`s largest cities, the feeling seems familiar; her school is, once again, closed. Only one year has passed since Cyclone Idai devasted the country affecting 1.85 million people, damaging 90 per cent of Beira`s infrastructure. This time, however, there are no collapsing buildings, flooded streets and desperate people. The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) sneaked into Mozambique in silence, yet it might have a far more devastating impact on Rafina`s life, and the life of all Mozambican children, than any previous disaster. UN Mozambique/Arete/Karel Prinsloo UN Resident Coordinator in Mozambique, Myrta Kaulard (far right) visits a primary school...
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