Torrential rains have caused catastrophic flooding in Mozambique, affecting over 620,000 people and forcing thousands to seek refuge on rooftops and in treetops. The deluge has destroyed more than 72,000 homes and severely damaged vital infrastructure, including roads and numerous healthcare facilities. With dams at full capacity and more rain forecast, authorities warn that the humanitarian situation could worsen in the coming days.
Date: January 22, 2026. Source: aljazeera.com