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South Africa Floods: 92 Dead, National Disaster Declared

6/20/2025

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Severe floods in South Africa's Eastern Cape have claimed 92 lives, leading to a national state of disaster. The catastrophic weather has ravaged infrastructure and displaced thousands. In Mthatha, a poignant memorial service highlighted the community's grief, while officials faced backlash over the slow rescue efforts and the dire state of local infrastructure.

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Severe floods in South Africa's Eastern Cape have claimed 92 lives, leading to a national state of disaster. The catastrophic weather has ravaged infrastructure and displaced thousands. In Mthatha, a poignant memorial service highlighted the community's grief, while officials faced backlash over the slow rescue efforts and the dire state of local infrastructure.