East Africa is currently facing devastating floods caused by relentless torrential rains over the past few days. Nations like Tanzania, Kenya, and Burundi have been hit hardest, with reports of significant flooding and landslides causing widespread destruction.
In Tanzania, the Prime Minister Kasim Majaliwa confirmed that at least 155 people have lost their lives due to the adverse effects of El Niño, which has intensified the seasonal rains. The disasters have not only claimed lives but also destroyed homes, infrastructure, and crops, leading to a humanitarian crisis. Approximately 200,000 people are affected, with thousands displaced and in dire need of aid.
The situation is similar in Kenya, where unexpected floods in Nairobi alone took the lives of 13 people this week. In Burundi, continuous heavy rainfall has left about 100,000 people homeless. East Africa often faces severe weather but the current El Niño phenomenon has exacerbated conditions, leading to some of the worst impacts seen in years.
