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The Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa hereby expresses its solidarity with the people of Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, who are presently experiencing the disastrous effects of floods following torrential rains and the tragic loss of life, displacement of people, and damage to homes.
IMBISA prays in solidarity with all affected communities and with the Catholic Church in the region, particularly the Episcopal Conference of Mozambique (CEM), the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC), and the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops’ Conference (ZCBC).
We recognise with gratitude the unity and prayers expressed by our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV for the countries affected, urging the universal Church to be in solidarity with those experiencing this difficult time.
We appeal to humanitarian organisations, governments, and all people of goodwill to offer a helping hand to those affected by this tragic event.
We find strength and hope in God’s Word: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.” (Psalm 46:1-2)
30 January 2026; Harare
Archbishop Liborius Ndumbukuti Nashenda
IMBISA President