The government has launched an extensive damage evaluation after the recent devastating fire destroyed things at a Chipinge orphanage.
Government officials have initiated a comprehensive damage evaluation following a catastrophic fire that completely destroyed Mount Selinda Orphanage, leaving vulnerable children without basic necessities.
Government Reports On Fire Damage At Chipinge Orphanage
Antony Marongwe, Manicaland Provincial Social Development Officer, confirmed that while the fire consumed the entire facility, all children and staff members emerged unharmed.
“We’ve confirmed the complete destruction of the orphanage’s infrastructure, including living quarters, educational materials, and food supplies,” Marongwe stated.
Initial reports indicate the fire originated when a resident accidentally ignited clothing while handling a candle within a storage area. The flames rapidly engulfed the wooden structure, leaving the 70-year-old institution in ashes within minutes.
Many ZImbabweans are relieved that there were no fatal casualties and that the damage was only to the building and other things that were inside. They are calling for the officials to give the children better lighting methods which are not candles.
Historic Institution Serving Vulnerable Youth
Established in 1955, Mount Selinda Orphanage has provided critical care for children facing abandonment, orphanhood, or unsafe home environments. The facility offered comprehensive support including shelter, education, and emotional care for its residents.
The Ministry is promised to help rebuild and repair the damaged orphanage so that the children living there will not be displaced.
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Urgent Needs Identified
The disaster has created immediate requirements for:
- Emergency housing solutions
- Clothing and personal care items
- Educational materials and uniforms
- Food supplies and kitchen equipment
Social welfare authorities have pledged to release a detailed assessment report within 24 hours, which will guide relief efforts and reconstruction plans. Community members and organizations are mobilizing to provide temporary assistance to the displaced children.
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