UNICEF Mozambique

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UNICEF works relentlessly in Mozambique to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. And we never give up. https://help.unicef.org/esaro/unicef-mozambique-appeal

It's important for women to have a strong support network and to know that #breastfeeding is the foundation for children to grow up healthy and strong. World Breastfeeding Week 2026 ends today. We remind everyone that breastfeeding strengthens health, nutrition, and the future of everyone.

A woman smiling while breastfeeding her baby girl with her husband and mother seated next to her also smiling.

With support from UNICEF & ESAHF, the manual payment process for families affected by the floods in the town of Mpelane, Guijá District, Gaza Province, has been officially launched, ensuring assistance to communities living in areas without cell phone coverage.

Young girl standing in front of a rural backdrop with a sign about social support payments after floods in Guija district.

"When I received this assistance, my first thought was to buy zinc sheets to cover our house. For us, that means more protection when it rains" — Zarina Hilário, 44, a beneficiary of the Post-Emergency Direct Social Assistance Program in the Mueda district, Cabo Delgado.

A young woman tenderly holding a serious-looking boy in her arms outdoors on a sunny day.

Read our latest newsletter, which features the launch of #Mozambique’s Child Survival Action Plan 2026–2030 and the approval of a national action plan developed with and for children in street situations. It also shares stories of safer maternal care & education. www.linkedin.com/pulse/whats-...

What's New at UNICEF Mozambique: 21st edition

Mozambique launches Action Plan to accelerate child survival by 2030 The Government of Mozambique launched the Child Survival Action Plan (PASI) 2026–2030 on 20 July, reaffirming its commitment to red...

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"The situation is much better now. The water from the new water point is fresh and tastes good. People are no longer suffering from diarrhoea as they did before." In Mihiriri, #CaboDelgado, access to clean water is changing lives. 💧💙 👉 www.unicef.org/mozambique/e... #ForEveryChild #CleanWater

Clean water brings relief to families in Mihiriri

UNICEF supported the installation of the new water point and deep borehole in Mihiriri, helping Arinta, Nilza and approximately 1,600 people from Mihiriri

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“If there’s one lesson this journey has taught me, it’s that no one is too young to make a difference. The future doesn’t begin tomorrow. It’s built today, through every idea, every initiative, and every commitment we make”—Abel Voabil, @unv.org at UNICEF Mozambique.

Abel Voabil kneels next to a group of four children in a rural community in northern Mozambique.

"Being part of an organization that touches so many lives globally reminds me why this mission is important. What makes my work so rewarding is the opportunity to see the tangible impact of our efforts, especially when we manage to bring a smile to a child's face" - Irina Matos, partnerships officer

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💙 Mozambique launched the National Action Plan for Child Survival (PASI 2026–2030), reinforcing its commitment to reducing child mortality & ensuring that no child is left behind. UNICEF & the EU will support the government in this mission, which is vital for the future of children.

Group photo with the First Lady of Mozambique, UNICEF, and members of the government.

In #Mozambique, the emergency response is about people, partnerships and preparedness. From conflict and displacement to floods and disease outbreaks, our staff's dedication is helping build a faster, stronger and more resilient response system for every child. www.unicef.org/mozambique/e...

How our colleagues helped transform Mozambique’s emergency response

A staff-led effort to strengthen disaster information systems is helping government and humanitarian partners make faster, smarter decisions when disaster

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🎙️ “This platform can really change the lives of people in our community.” With support from the European Union & UNICEF, the Voice of the Children radio programme has helped amplify young voices, promote children’s rights &inspire positive change in Mozambique. 🔗 www.unicef.org/mozambique/e...

Minalda’s Voice for Children in Nampula

Supported by UNICEF with funding from the European Union, Voice of the Children demonstrates how youth-led communication can drive social & behaviour change

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With support from the Government of Norway, 2,686 students in Ancuabe District (Cabo Delgado) now have access to safer, more resilient learning facilities through the construction of 5 new classrooms and 2 sanitation blocks. ✅ For every child, safe learning spaces & opportunities to learn & thrive.

Group of students and teachers posing outside a newly built school building in a rural area under a cloudy sky.

The Nahele Primary School, located in the Chiúre district of Cabo Delgado province, now offers a safer and more resilient learning environment for 788 students, thanks to the construction of 5 classrooms and 2 inclusive toilets, with support from the Government of Norway.

A group of smiling children sitting on the ground under a shelter, holding school books, with a man wearing a UNICEF vest taking a selfie.

New edition of #WhatsNew at UNICEF Mozambique now available. It highlights UNICEF’s work with the Government and partners to support children across child protection, health, nutrition, WASH, education, social protection and skills development👇 www.linkedin.com/pulse/whats-...

What's New at UNICEF Mozambique: 20th edition

Mozambique renews focus on children affected by armed conflict on Red Hand Day At a Red Hand Day commemoration in Maputo, the Government of Mozambique, the United Nations, diplomatic partners, civil s...

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Today in Maputo, the Government of Mozambique, UNICEF and partners come together to mark Red Hand Day — a global call to end the recruitment and use of children by armed forces and armed groups. Every child deserves safety, care and a future free from conflict.

Family photo with participants from the Red Hand Day event in Maputo.

Through UNICEF’s Bicycles for Education initiative, implemented in partnership with the Government of Mozambique and Mozambikes, funded by the European Union, 255 bicycles were distributed to students from Mapupulo Primary School in Montepuez and Mahossine Primary School in Namuno, in Cabo Delgado.