Zaporizhzhia Secures 900 Million Hryvnias in Partner Funding for Recovery.

Zaporizhzhia Secures Major Funding for Recovery

According to Novyny.live: Acting Mayor of Zaporizhzhia, Regina Kharchenko, has announced the city has secured nearly 900 million hryvnias in funding from international partners and sister cities. This external support is crucial for a city operating under the constant threat of attack. The city's budget for 2025 is over 11 billion hryvnias, and these newly acquired funds will be directed toward key priorities established by the local authorities.

Regina Kharchenko noted that 'we have attracted almost 900 million hryvnias from international organizations and from sister cities.'

She clarified that a significant portion of this money consists of state subventions, which will secure teacher salaries and aid in rebuilding critical infrastructure. The city administration has already outlined the primary uses for these funds, including:

• Repairing damage from Russian strikes,
• Providing targeted aid to victims,
• Paying salaries for emergency personnel working around the clock.

Despite this positive financial news, Zaporizhzhia continues to endure near-daily attacks from Russian forces. For instance, on the evening of February 10th into the 11th, Russian drones struck an infrastructure facility, causing a fire and leaving over 11,000 subscribers without power.

Ensuring Safety and Supporting Residents

In this challenging situation, the city government is doing everything possible to ensure the safety and support of its residents, while also working to efficiently deploy the secured funds for Zaporizhzhia's recovery and development.

The acquisition of substantial financial resources from international partners represents a vital step for Zaporizhzhia amid the persistent threat from Russian troops. This funding will not only help restore infrastructure but also support the social needs of the local population, including ensuring wages for educators. The ongoing attacks on the city, however, underscore the urgent need for rapid response and effective use of these resources to ensure security and stability in the region.