There was also considerable damage to the road network in this province, as well as to dams and other infrastructure. National and International Response 6. The Government has been providing emergency assistance to those most affected by the disaster through the Civil Protection Department in the Ministry of Local Government and National Housing. In addition, local communities, church organizations and the private and civil society at large sector have responded positively. The United Nations Country Team for Zimbabwe has been active in the coordination and assessment efforts.
Plans are underway for follow-up actions.
The Government has expressed its appreciation of the support received so far and urges the international community to come to the assistance of the flood victims. OCHA is prepared to serve as a channel for cash contributions for the immediate relief needs. Funds channelled through OCHA will be spent in co-ordination with the relevant organisations of the UN system and OCHA will provide written confirmation of their use. Funds should be transferred to OCHA Account No. For co-ordination purposes, donors are requested to inform OCHA Geneva, as indicated below, of relief missions, pledges or contributions and their corresponding value by item.