Lack of water undermines the health of residents in Hulene

Residents of the Hulene neighborhood in Maputo are slowly beginning to return to normal after years of living under the devastating effects of frequent flooding. The municipality's intervention, through a process of suctioning stagnant water, which began about two months ago, has resulted in significant improvements in some areas, particularly public roads. This effort has enabled several families to return to their homes after long periods of forced displacement.

 However, the situation on the ground is far from completely resolved. Many homes remain submerged, with accumulated water inside, preventing dozens of families from returning. Residents report that the suction has been carried out primarily on the streets, with little attention paid to the most vulnerable residential areas. "We're grateful for what has already been done, but there are still many homes with water. We need intervention in the most affected areas and pumping water into the yards," appealed one resident.

 Furthermore, stagnant water poses serious health risks, such as the proliferation of mosquitoes and associated diseases, increasing the urgency of the situation. Residents are requesting the mobilization of more resources, such as tanker trucks and large-capacity pumps, to accelerate the complete drainage of the water. They also call for the implementation of sustainable drainage solutions to prevent the problem from recurring in the next rainy season.

 The intervention in Hulene is seen as a positive step, but residents continue to await a broader and more definitive response that guarantees their right to decent housing and environmental safety.