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How prepared is Malawi for Cyclone Chido?

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Malawi is bracing for possible flooding as Cyclone Chido continues its eastern trajectory. In recent years, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and other parts of southern Africa have been devastated during the December to March cyclone season. Josey Mahachi talks to Lucy Mtilatila, Director of Climate Change and Meteorological Services in Malawi, and DW correspondent Mirriam Kaliza in Malawi.
18 Dec English Germany News

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