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Heavy rains have submerged large parts of southern Africa in recent days. Hundreds of thousands of people are affected in Mozambique and North-East South Africa. By Stephan Ueberbach.
Zimbabwe warned of flood risks as heavy rain expected
As devastating floods batter Mozambique and South Africa, Zimbabwe is bracing for more rain this week amid mounting flood fears. According to Zimbabwe’s Meteorological Services Department (MSD), the country is expected to receive heavy rains exceeding 50 mm. This will be associated with strong winds, thunder and lightning starting on Tuesday. Flash floods risk increases According to MSD, rainfall will significantly heighten the risk of flash flo…
In South Africa, authorities decreed "National Catastrophe," while in Mozambique, rescue teams reported flooding and flooding.
South Africa declares a national disaster over flooding and severe weather
People walk through floodwaters in Nkomazi, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Alfonso Nqunjana) CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South Africa declared a national disaster Sunday over torrential rains and floods that have killed at least 30 people in the country’s north, damaged thousands of homes and washed away roads and bridges. The declaration was made by the head of the National Disaster Management Center a…
Over 100 dead in Southern Africa flooding crisis
from ARMANDO DOMINGOS in Maputo, MozambiqueMozambique BureauMAPUTO, (CAJ News) – MORE than 100 people are dead after heavy rainfall pounded Mozambique, South Africa and Zimbabwe. This tragedy is linked to climate change, with Southern Africa among the most affected by the phenomenon. Mozambique is the epicentre of the inclement weather, which is affecting mainly the southern and the central provinces since December 24. This is causing widespread…
Zimbabwe Braces for Intensified Flood Impact
Heavy rains across Southern Africa have led to widespread flooding. Zimbabwe is among the nations severely impacted by the regional disaster. Over 100 fatalities have been reported across Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. Thousands of people have been displaced in the region, particularly in Mozambique. Weeks of relentless downpours have caused rivers to burst their banks, inundating communities and infrastructure across Southern Africa. T…
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