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Severe Flooding in Southern Africa Claims 100+ Lives

1/16/2026

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  • Severe flooding in southern Africa has caused over 100 deaths, with South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe being the hardest hit.
  • South Africa reported 19 fatalities, mainly in northern provinces, while Mozambique confirmed 103 deaths due to flooding.
  • Zimbabwe's disaster agency noted 70 deaths and extensive infrastructure damage.
  • The South African army is conducting rescue operations, and Kruger National Park has closed, evacuating around 600 tourists and staff.
  • The World Food Programme reported that over 70,000 hectares of crops in Mozambique are submerged, exacerbating food insecurity.