Exploration of the Contribution of NGOS Towards the Survivors of Cyclone Idai. A Case Study of Chimanimani District · Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Author

Gabaza, Prowess

Title

Exploration of the Contribution of NGOS Towards the Survivors of Cyclone Idai. A Case Study of Chimanimani District

Abstract

The research study examined the contribution of nongovernmental organizations towards the survivors of cyclone Idai in Chimanimani district. The services rendered in the aftermath of the disaster were ranged to moderate harm, foster healing, recovery and resilience. The data was collected from 10 participants 6 survivors of cyclone Idai and 4 key informants operating in Chimanimani .The study utilised the qualitative research approach guided by the case study research design and the data was collected through interview guides to provide detailed information that is relevant to the study. The research study was supported by the functional and cluster approach. The study also presented the challenges that were being faced by Non Governmental Organizations which include inaccessibility of certain disaster-stricken areas, militarisation of disaster response and politicisation of aid, limited resources, cultural beliefs and vetting process of nongovernmental organisation by government . NGOs employed the criteria of prioritizing the survivors and their needs .These criteria include community ranging and level of vulnerability. The study also highlighted the issue of gender based violence and how it addressed by Nongovernmental organizations. The study recommended that government of Zimbabwe should not always view humanitarians’ organizations as enemies of the state but as partners who can foster sustainable disaster management mechanisms in the wake of natural disasters. The Government of Zimbabwe should shift from military to civilian control of disaster responses. Environmental awareness and protection programs that aimed at reducing risks to the environment from contaminants should be adequately funded by both the government and nongovernmental organizations. There is a need to increase top to bottom management arrangement of service and horizontal coordination of intervention to avoid duplication of services and to promoting efficiency.

Date

2022

Publisher

BUSE

Keywords

Survivors of Cyclone Idai

Supervisor

N/A