Floods kill over 100 across southern Africa as rains intensify
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Torrential rains have devastated communities from Mozambique to South Africa, displacing hundreds of thousands. Authorities estimate that damage to public facilities could surpass $100 million, with many families displaced and forced to seek shelter with relatives.
Breakdown
- Heavy rains cause severe flooding in northeastern South Africa
- Entire villages cut off, roads and bridges destroyed 16s
- Damage to public facilities may exceed $100 million 23s
- Over 500 homes affected in one area alone 29s
- President Ramaphosa visits flood-hit areas, cites climate change concerns 1m 6s