Norwegian Refugee Council Aids Storm Daniel Recovery in Libya
The activities benefit over 17,700 families and were made possible through cooperation with Libyan municipalities and community organizations.
OSLO, Norway— The Norwegian Refugee Council is providing relief to Libyan families still recovering more than six months after Storm Daniel killed over 4,400 people and displaced 8,540 in the country, writes Winston Mwale.
With funding from the German Development Bank, NRC has distributed hygiene kits, protective equipment and household essentials in areas like Benghazi and Derna. Community clean-up campaigns have also been organized to remove debris.
"NRC's support complements assistance provided by local actors to help families rebuild and strengthen their resilience," said Dax Bennet Roque, the NRC's Libya country director.
The aid aims to promote early recovery while transitioning families toward more sustainable long-term solutions in the wake of the devastating storm.
In Derna, NRC has rehabilitated two schools allowing over 1,500 children to continue their education safely after the storm damage.
"During and after an emergency, it is crucial that children and youth maintain access to safe learning opportunities," Roque said.
The activities benefit over 17,700 families and were made possible through cooperation with Libyan municipalities and community organizations.
The German Embassy highlighted the school rehabilitations as "pivotal for community resilience and welfare" amidst crises.
To date, NRC has provided direct assistance to nearly 92,000 Libyans impacted by Storm Daniel as part of its commitment to aiding displaced and conflict-affected communities in the country.