By Burnett Munthali
One of the Malawians returning from South Africa, Halima Thom from Nsanje, has given birth while traveling back home.
Thom went into labor on the journey and delivered her baby before reaching Malawi.
She has expressed gratitude to the government and security personnel for the assistance she received during recovery and for the care provided to both her and the newborn.
Thom said the support came at a critical time and helped ensure she and her baby were safe after the unexpected delivery on the road.
An official from the Department of Disaster Management Affairs, Charles Matabwa, said the department is doing everything possible to ensure that all returnees receive the necessary assistance.
He stated that arrangements have been put in place to provide medical care, shelter, and basic supplies to those arriving back in the country.
As of now, nine buses have arrived in Malawi since yesterday, bringing a total of 753 people home.
Among those who have arrived, nine women are pregnant and are receiving attention from health teams at the reception points.
Officials said they are working to ensure expectant mothers and other vulnerable returnees are prioritized for immediate care.
