DR Congo: From Emergency to Recovery: World Vision Assists 260 Families Impacted by Flooding in Fungurume
Fungurume, 10 June 2026 – Following heavy rainfall that caused the Dipeta and Kelangile rivers to overflow, numerous households in the municipality of Fungurume suffered significant material losses. Homes, latrines, schools, and community infrastructure were damaged, leaving many families in a highly vulnerable situation.
In response to this emergency, World Vision, represented by Patrick Nshimba, Likasi Cluster Manager, in collaboration with provincial and local authorities, community structures, and civil society organisations, organised the distribution of essential household items and school kits to affected households.
A total of 260 disaster-affected households received mattresses, bed sheets, and traditional wrap cloths to address their immediate needs related to rest, hygiene, protection, and dignity. In addition, 100 pupils, including 55 girls and 45 boys, received school kits consisting of school bags, exercise books, and pens, helping to ensure the continuity of their education despite the challenges caused by the flooding.
The handover ceremony was attended by provincial and local authorities, World Vision representatives, civil society organisations, the local security committee, and community leaders.
On behalf of the beneficiaries, Norbert Mugalu, representative of the affected households, expressed his gratitude: “Today, we are receiving far more than material assistance. We are receiving a message of support and consideration.”
Representing the Provincial Minister responsible for Health, Education, and Social Affairs, Jean Serge Lumu Shabani highlighted the importance of strengthening community resilience in the face of natural disasters.
For her part, Fungurume Mayor Aline Makanou Tchilombo emphasised that: “This intervention demonstrates the strength of collaboration between the Government, partners, civil society organisations, and communities. Together, we can provide practical solutions to meet the needs of affected populations.”
The operation successfully reached all targeted beneficiaries: the planned 260 households received essential assistance, and the 100 identified children were provided with educational support. Beyond the numbers, this intervention offered families tangible assistance to help them gradually resume their daily activities.
This action forms part of a broader humanitarian response. Due to the destruction of latrines, the lack of safe drinking water, and the deterioration of hygiene conditions, health risks increased in an area already affected by cholera. Response efforts have included the treatment of 893 suspected cholera cases, reaching 9,520 people through Health and WASH interventions, the installation of 22 chlorination sites, and the provision of chlorinated water to 476 households.
Through this intervention, World Vision and its partners reaffirm their commitment to protecting affected populations, strengthening their resilience, and safeguarding the well-being of children and their families in the face of climate-related and public health shocks.