{"id":98559,"date":"2026-03-21T16:06:20","date_gmt":"2026-03-21T16:06:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mozambique\/all-news\/29-t-of-russian-aid-touch-down"},"modified":"2026-03-21T17:12:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-21T17:12:42","slug":"29-t-of-russian-aid-touch-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mozambique\/all-news\/29-t-of-russian-aid-touch-down","title":{"rendered":"29\u202ft of Russian aid touch down"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ap-summary\" dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">\n<h4>What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n<p>A Russian cargo aircraft has delivered approximately 29 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to Mozambique, aimed at assisting communities affected by floods. The shipment, organized by Russia&#8217;s EMERCOM, includes food, essential supplies, tents, and blankets. The delivery was marked by a ceremony attended by Mozambican officials and representatives from the Russian Embassy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Mozambique. <\/strong> <\/span>A Russian cargo aircraft touched down at Maputo International Airport on Thursday morning, carrying around 29 tonnes of humanitarian supplies, Noti\u0301cias reported.<\/p>\n<p>According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, this was \u201ca special flight of Russia\u2019s EMERCOM (i. e. , Ministry for Civil Defence, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters) to the Republic of Mozambique.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBy decision of Russia\u2019s President Vladimir Putin, following instructions from the Government of Russia and on the orders of EMERCOM Head Alexander Kurenkov, around 29 tonnes of humanitarian cargo were transported from Moscow,\u201d the Russian Foreign Ministry said.<\/p>\n<p>The Russian Foreign Ministry statement specified that \u201can Il-76 aircraft delivered food, essential supplies, as well as tents and blankets for flood-affected communities in Mozambique.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to Noti\u0301cias, the delivery ceremony in Maputo would be witnessed by the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs and the Mozambican Community Abroad, Maria Manso, along with senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, the National Disaster Risk Management Institute (INGD), and the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Mozambique.<\/p>\n<p>Mozambique has faced numerous natural disasters, including severe flooding, which have significantly impacted its communities and infrastructure. Humanitarian aid plays a crucial role in supporting recovery efforts and providing essential supplies to those affected. Russia&#8217;s involvement in delivering aid reflects international cooperation in addressing humanitarian crises and highlights the importance of global solidarity in times of need. Such initiatives are vital for rebuilding lives and communities in the aftermath of disasters.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Mozambique<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Need to Know A Russian cargo aircraft has delivered approximately 29 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to Mozambique, aimed at assisting communities affected by floods. The shipment, organized by Russia&#8217;s EMERCOM, includes food, essential supplies, tents, and blankets. 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