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Sisters Evernice,left, and Tatenda Mazhokoto sit on a rock near a spot where their house was swept away when Cyclone Idai hit Coppa in Risitu Valley Chimanimani in this Wednesday, April, 10, 2019 photo.The Mazhokoto sisters both lost their parents and can only point to where their home used to be in a sea of stones.

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Faces and stories from Cyclone Idai

Over 129,000 children were affected by Cyclone Idai. With support from partners, UNICEF is working to assist children and families affected.

Thembekile Mthuthuk, 32, feeds her baby son with free porridge provided by the clinic.

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Breaking the cycle of malnutrition

Children in Zimbabwe have long suffered from chronic malnutrition, but health workers are helping to reverse the situation in their communities

Ministry of Justice, Legal & Parliamentary Affairs with UNICEF support launch the Pre-Trial Diversion Programme, to give child offenders a second chance without acquiring a criminal record; promoting the dignity & well-being of the child.

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Zimbabwe launches the Pre-Trial Diversion Programme

The Spotlight Initiative Launch

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Gvt, European Union, UN launch Spotlight Initiative to end violence against women, girls

, Brigitte (22) a Community Adolescent Treatment Supporter (CATS)

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Scaling up HIV interventions in Chimanimani District

UNICEF together with Africaid are scaling up HIV Prevention and Treatment Support in the two Cyclone Idai affected districts

Gertrude Shumbayaonda (38) with her 3-year-old grandchild Kudzaishe Makono. She has helped to promote positive personal hygiene practices in her community.

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Defying religious beliefs to save lives

UNICEF-supported training converts Gertrude into a community health promotion volunteer.

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