Tragedy Strikes Mayotte: Nearly 1,000 Feared Dead After Devastating Cyclone

In a heart-wrenching development, nearly 1,000 people are feared dead following a severe cyclone that ravaged Mayotte, a small island located between Madagascar and the coast of Mozambique. The cyclone, named Cilida, struck the archipelago late on December 14, 2024, unleashing torrential rains and violent winds that led to catastrophic destruction across the region.

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Climate-Hit Nations Languish for Years as $370 Million Fund Remains Undistributed

In an alarming development for nations grappling with the severe consequences of climate change, a significant $370 million fund, initially set up to support vulnerable countries, has been stuck in limbo for nearly three years. The fund was established with the intent of assisting nations most adversely affected by climate-related disasters, but administrative hurdles and lack of clarity surrounding its distribution have left many in waiting.

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