In Mozambique, where communities face the unrelenting impacts of climate change, the Anglican Diocese of Nampula is working to strengthen resilience and hope. Bishop Manuel Ernesto, Environmental Liaison Bishop for the Anglican Church of Southern Africa and head of our program in Mozambique, leads this initiative.

“Mozambique faces the very real impacts of climate change,” says Bishop Ernesto, describing the widespread disruptions communities endure. Recurring floods and unpredictable rainfall patterns are two of the most critical issues. These climate extremes impact food security, forcing families to leave their homes and often their livelihoods behind. “People are struggling to get the harvests they need to survive,” he explains.

As communities face these challenges, the Diocese of Nampula is stepping in to support them. Working at the local level, they help people adapt to these climate shifts through sustainable farming practices, access to critical resources, and climate education. These initiatives aim to safeguard food security and enable communities to withstand the increasingly volatile environment.

“We are committed to reversing the impact of climate change from the ground up,” Bishop Ernesto shares. The Diocese has also encouraged community members to take active roles, particularly women, whose involvement in local decision-making and climate resilience efforts is growing. Together with local leaders, the Diocese is building a foundation for a safer, healthier Mozambique.

Through our program which includes climate-smart agriculture, health awareness, and community-led initiatives, supported by the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP), the Anglican Diocese of Nampula is committed to addressing the immediate needs of communities while preparing them for the future. In partnership with faith-based and local leaders, they work towards a Mozambique where hope and resilience prevail.