On January 13, 2025, Tropical Cyclone DIKELEDI made landfall in Nampula province, impacting several areas as it tracked across the province. The cyclone passed through Ilha de Moçambique, Monapo, Mogincual, Liupo, Angoche, and Larde district before exiting the coastline. Tropical Cyclone DIKELEDI brought sustained winds of up to 150 km/h, with gusts reaching 180 km/h, accompanied by torrential rainfall exceeding 200 mm in 24 hours and severe thunderstorms. In addition to the areas along its direct path, several districts experienced significant impacts, including Nacala Porto, Nacala-a-Velha, Memba, Moma, Angoche, Nampula, and Muecate.
As of 16 January, the preliminary findings from the Initial Rapid Assessment (IRA) conducted by the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) in collaboration with Mozambique's National Institute for Disaster Management (INGD) indicate that approximately 70,423 individuals, corresponding to 15,123 households have been affected. Among this population, approximately 11,267 individuals are estimated to have diverse disabilities, encompassing physical, cognitive, sensory, and psychosocial impairments. Tropical Cyclone DIKELEDI caused the partial destruction of 9,257 houses and the total destruction of 5,867 houses. A total of 2,316 individuals are displaced, Currently, 10 temporary facilities have been identified as providing shelter for the affected population across Mossuril (1,534 individuals), Mogincual (722 individuals), and Monapo districts (60 individuals).
Critical infrastructure, including healthcare facilities, schools, and places of worship, has sustained damage. Key access routes in Corrane, Liupo, Angoche, and Namitil have been rendered impassable, further isolating affected communities. As of 16 January, many affected districts remain without electricity and communication networks. The reported figures are anticipated to increase as data collection efforts continue across multiple districts in Nampula province.
Immediate priority needs reported include Emergency Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI), followed by Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), and food security. Priority NFI needs include tarpaulins, lighting, buckets and blankets. Joint multi-sectoral needs assessments are ongoing, led by INGD in coordination with humanitarian partners.