Flooding in Kinshasa: Death Toll Rises to 33 amid Government Criticism

The flooding in Kinshasa has caused 33 deaths, with severe impact from heavy rainfall causing the Ndjili River to overflow. Many residents are displaced, and officials cite collapsed structures as the main cause of fatalities. The government has set up emergency shelters for those affected, but frustration over the response is evident among the community.

Recent flooding in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has resulted in a death toll of 33. This figure includes ten additional fatalities reported as of Sunday evening, as stated by Congolese Interior Minister Jacquemin Shabani. Heavy rainfall began last week, leading to the overflow of the Ndjili River and submerging numerous buildings.

The flooding in Kinshasa highlights the dire consequences of inadequate government response to natural disasters. The death toll has reached 33, and many residents are voicing their frustration over the lack of support for those affected. As authorities work to restore access and provide assistance, the impact of this disaster adds to ongoing humanitarian challenges in the region.

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