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An acid spill at a Chinese mine has contaminated the Kafue River in Zambia, affecting millions. The incident involved a collapsed tailings dam, resulting in the release of 50 million …
Contamination Crisis: Kafue River in Zambia Affected by Chinese Mine Spill Read More
Heavy rains in Botswana from February 19 to 21, 2025, caused extensive flooding, impacting multiple districts. An assessment revealed significant displacement and school closures, particularly affecting vulnerable populations. The government …
Severe Flooding Affects Botswana: DREF Operation Overview Read More
The IOM will distribute 2,800 emergency kits to victims of Cyclone Jude in Mozambique, following the cyclone’s severe impact, which resulted in 14 deaths and affected over 100,000 individuals. The …
IOM to Provide Emergency Assistance to Victims of Cyclone Jude in Mozambique Read MoreTropical Cyclone Jude struck Mozambique on March 10, 2025, causing severe damage and displacing communities. Humanitarian response capacities are stretched due to prior cyclones, and temporary accommodation centers have been …
Mozambique’s Response to Tropical Cyclone Jude: Situation Report Overview Read More
Tropical Cyclone Jude impacted Mozambique on March 10, 2025, causing significant infrastructure damage and displacing communities. The humanitarian response is overwhelmed due to prior cyclones. Temporary accommodation centers have been …
Impact and Response to Tropical Cyclone Jude in Mozambique: CCCM Cluster Report Read More
Cyclone Jude has devastated northern Mozambique, affecting 20,000 children and damaging infrastructure, including schools and health facilities. An estimated 747,000 people, half of whom are children, are impacted by this …
Cyclone Jude Devastates Mozambique, Leaving 17,000 Children Without Education Read More
Following Cyclone Chido, which devasted the islands of Anjouan and Mohéli in December 2024, Comoros faced significant destruction and loss, particularly in agriculture. In partnership with the World Bank, local …
Resilience and Recovery: The Aftermath of Cyclone Chido in Comoros Read More
In February 2025, southern Botswana and eastern South Africa experienced severe flooding due to heavy rainfall, resulting in at least 31 deaths and extensive displacement. A study concluded that human-induced …
The Impact of Climate Change and Urbanisation on Gaborone’s Floods Read More
Tropical Cyclone Jude has severely impacted Malawi and Mozambique, causing widespread damage but no fatalities. Over 11,000 people were affected, with many displaced. Relief efforts are ongoing despite challenges due …
Tropical Cyclone Jude Strikes Southern Africa: Impact on Malawi and Mozambique Read More
WASA has warned of impending water shortages in Trinidad and Tobago during the 2025 dry season, citing climate change effects. Key reservoirs are at declining capacities, with the Arena Reservoir …
WASA Issues Warning on Water Shortages for the 2025 Dry Season Read More