Cyclone Kenneth Aftermath: Survivors struggle for supplies as humanitarian efforts continue

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Thousands have lost their homes in remote areas of storm-ravaged Mozambique. Many small communities have been completely destroyed. Transportation remains a big challenge as help struggles to reach survivors. Our Reporter Daniel Arapmoi is in Pemba with more.

Mozambique is currently dealing with the aftermath of Cyclone Kenneth in the country's northern coastal region of Pemba.

According to the country's National Institute of Disaster Management, 38 people have so far been confirmed dead. More than 20,000 others are reportedly without proper shelter.

Mario Halima is one among many Mozambicans who have been affected by the devastating effect of Cyclone Kenneth.

Halima is trying to rebuild her home after the Cyclone, but she says it's a daunting task that requires resources which she does not have.

MARIO HALIMA, CYCLONE VICTIM "The flood water came and filled my entire house and now we are trying to fix the damage but it will take time because we don't have much as a family."

DANIEL ARAPMOI PEMBA, MOZAMBIQUE "Cyclone Kenneth left a trail of destruction here in Pemba, hundreds of families just like Halima are trying to save the little left, but resources seem hard to come by."

Many people here in Pemba are trying to return to a semblance of daily life amid the destruction, but with nothing much to start with.

ALI HALIFF, CYCLONE VICTIM "I have nothing much left, the Cyclone destroyed everything and with seven children, life is simply a daily struggle. If anyone can help I would be grateful."

Many of the roads in the area have been grounded and remains in bad shape, with flights to the region grounded.

Relief agencies are concerned about communities they have lost contact with, especially given the challenge of transportation in hard to reach areas of Cabo Delgado. Daniel Arapmoi, CGTN, Pemba, Mozambique.