The European Union scales up humanitarian support in Zimbabwe to respond to increased returns from South Africa and cholera outbreak

​The European Union is reinforcing its support with USD 345,000 in humanitarian aid to contribute to the support to the increased number of Zimbabweans returnees fleeing violence in South Africa and to strengthen Zimbabwe's response to a surging cholera outbreak. The funding will help provide life-saving assistance to thousands in urgent need. The EU is supporting Zimbabwe Red Cross Society in assisting over 5,000 vulnerable returnees from South Africa following violence targeting foreign nationals. Between April and 28 July. almost 110 thousand people have crossed back into Zimbabwe, placing significant pressure on reception facilities at Beitbridge Border Post. Many returnees are spending nights at the reception centre while waiting for transport home, facing cold winter temperatures and limited shelter. This support intends to join forces with the ongoing Government-led efforts and other partners to assist returnees at Beitbridge and with transport services. The EU funding will reinforce the efforts of the Zimbabwe Red Cross Society in delivering much-needed relief including emergency shelter, food, blankets, clean water, healthcare, hygiene support, and essential relief supplie

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