The Government of the Seychelles, with support from the World Bank (WB), will conduct a damage and loss assessment following the disasters of 07th December, 2023.
The team will be in the country from 13th to 22nd to support the Government in conducting a rapid damage and loss assessment.
This afternoon, the World Bank team had a high level discussion with Ministers Naadir Hassan, Billy Rangasamy, Devika Vidot and Rose-Marie Hoareau.
The objective of the assessment is to estimate the costs associated with damage of infrastructure and physical assets, decline in output of productive sectors and disruption of access to goods and services, associated social and economic impact and recovery needs. It will also provide the strategic underpinnings for immediate- and short-term recovery and reconstruction planning, prioritization, and programming.
The team will assess the impacts of both the flooding and the explosion.
Minister Hassan has expressed his appreciation to World Bank for the provision of this assistance.
“Our partners are showing their solidarity and providing support and assistance and for that we are grateful. World Bank as a partner has been swift and prompt to provide its support. On behalf of the government and the people of Seychelles, I thank you.”