Heavy rains caused major flooding in Kinshasa, killing at least 22 people, with most fatalities due to collapsing walls. The main road to the airport has reopened, but officials worry about its impact on trade. This is not the first time Kinshasa has experienced severe flooding, with similar incidents occurring in 2022 that killed over 100 people. The flooded homes and collapsed buildings have sparked criticism of urban planning standards, leading some civil society members to call for the mayor’s resignation.
Source: https://apnews.com/article/congo-flooding-kinshasa-145c7ec9749b11a2ad00063806148466