
Africa Floods Newswire
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Published on Jun 12, 2025Source: Al Jazeera - Pro-Government
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
We Need Your Support in the Fight Against Substandard Goods - SON Urges Nigerians
The Standard Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has strongly condemned the growing presence of substandard products in Nigerian markets, warning both importers and local manufacturers to desist from the practice. The Director General of SON, Dr. Ifeanyi Okeke, …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Expert Blames Poor Governance, Public Distrust for 200 Deaths in Mokwa Flood
Emma Okonji and Agnes Ekebuike In the wake of the devastating Mokwa flood in Niger State, which claimed over 200 lives and destroyed nearly 600 homes, a renowned analyst, expert and former government official, Dr. Sam Amadi, has blamed the situation on …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Activists face arrest and deportation from Egypt as symbolic Global March to Gaza stalls
Live updates: Follow the latest on Israel-Gaza More than 148 activists who arrived in Egypt to take part in the Global March to Gaza on Wednesday and Thursday were detained, questioned and deported after the country's authorities said they did not have …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
How Nigeria’s Failed Dam Agreement Endangers Citizens’ Lives Annually – Atebije
33 By Daniel Adaji Urban planner and immediate past president of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Dr. Nathaniel Atebije, has blamed recurring floods in Nigeria on the failure of the government to fulfill a crucial dam agreement with the …
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Rebuilding Nigeria, By Charles Soludo
I: Introduction I was asked to speak on “Rebuilding Our Nation”. This is a short topic but would need volumes of books to address. The topic itself presumes a sense of nostalgia for a “a nation” with a glorious past, and to which we now need to “rebuild”. …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Africa: All of Africa Today - June 12, 2025
Liberian Operator's 100% Ownership of Oil Blocks Draws Criticisms Industry experts have criticized President Joseph Boakai's decision to grant complete ownership of four oil blocks to the National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) "without the …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Eastern Cape Floods death toll rises to 67, declared national disaster
The Eastern Cape floods' death toll has risen to 67, with many individuals still missing, Cogta confirmed The government has since declared a national disaster in the Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Free State and KwaZulu-Natal The search and rescue teams …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Flood death toll surges to 57 in South Africa's Eastern Cape
CAPE TOWN, June 12 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from the devastating floods in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province has risen to 57, with several people still missing, authorities confirmed on Thursday. The floods occurred after severe weather conditions …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Death toll in S.Africa floods rises to 78
South Africa rescue teams recovered more bodies Thursday, days after heavy rains and strong winds battered the Eastern Cape province, as the death toll rose to at least 78. The bitterly cold winter storm struck the largely rural and underdeveloped province …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
How Chinese media ignores the environmental toll of the Belt and Road Initiative in Africa
The Nairobi Standard Gauge Railway, one of China's Belt and Road Initiative projects in Kenya. Image from Wikimedia Commons. License CC BY-SA 4.0 This article was submitted as part of the Global Voices Climate Justice fellowship, which pairs …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
IOM Ramps Up Emergency Response Amid Deadly Flooding in Nigeria
Geneva/Mokwa, 11 June 2025 – The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in close coordination with the Government of Nigeria, is responding to severe flooding in Niger State, Nigeria, that has left more than 200 people dead and nearly 10,000 …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Death toll climbs to 78 in Eastern Cape floods in South Africa
CAPE TOWN, June 12 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from the devastating floods in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa has risen to 78, with only 21 bodies identified so far, a senior government official confirmed on Thursday. "I can confirm that the …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Floods and climate resilience: key findings from South Africa's weather-related disasters study
As the death toll rises to 67 from the recent floods in the Eastern Cape, Dr Mary-Jane Bopape., Managing Director of the South African Environmental Observation Network (NRF-SAEON), along with her research collaborators, just released a comprehensive …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Eastern Cape floods: Government vows to assist amid growing crisis
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has reassured that the government will assist individuals affected by the recent floods in the Eastern Cape This comes after 57 people lost their lives, and many lost their homes due to the devastating floods Mashatile …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
At least 78 dead in South Africa floods as official says rescue attempts were 'paralyzed'
A relative reacts as bodies of her sister and three daughters were retrieved from inside a one room house, after floods swept through the area in Mthatha, South Africa, Thursday, June 12, 2025.Themba Hadebe/AP Women wash their clothes along the river …
Source: SF Gate - California - Neutral -
Published on Jun 12, 2025
Imports putting South African cable industry under pressure – SOEW
South Africa’s cable manufacturing sector is under siege as a flood of cheap, substandard imports from China and Zambia threatens to dismantle a vital industry, putting thousands of jobs at risk and compromising public safety, warns South Ocean Electric …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
Climate change threatens food security as South Africa faces agricultural decline
The impacts of climate change threaten up to a 50% decline in South Africa’s agricultural production by 2050, growing the ranks of the 1 in 5 of the country’s people who live daily with food insecurity, Cape {town} Etc reports. Researchers have estimated …
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Published on Jun 12, 2025
South Africa: Eastern Cape Floods Claim 57 Lives As Four School Children Still Missing
Eastern Cape flood death toll rises to 57 people, with four learners still missing after a minibus taxi was swept away. Government ministers visiting affected families while EFF blames provincial government for poor infrastructure and slow response. The …
Source: All Africa - Neutral
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Published on June 12, 2025 - 13:20 GMT
Unemployment Benefits Available to Victims of May 16 Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding
Jefferson City, MO – On June 9, 2025, Governor Mike Kehoe’s request for a major disaster declaration was granted by President Donald J. Trump, allowing Missourians whose employment was lost or interrupted due to severe storms, straight-line winds, …
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Published on June 12, 2025 - 11:05 GMT
Eastern Cape Provincial Government update on recent flooding and strong winds
Thank you for attending the media briefing. It is with a heavy heart that I address you during this difficult and painful time for our province. Over the past two days, relentless rains, strong winds, and landslides have tragically claimed lives and caused …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 20:07 GMT
Berrien County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps
CHICAGO –Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Berrien County, Michigan. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 18:05 GMT
Deadly Floods in South Africa Leave Nine Dead
(MENAFN) At least nine people have lost their lives amid severe flooding in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province, local officials confirmed Wednesday morning. The provincial government released a statement confirming the discovery of two additional bodies, …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 15:51 GMT
Eastern Cape Office of the Premier on impact of flooding and strong winds
The Eastern Cape Provincial Government wishes to provide an update on the recent flooding and strong winds that have severely affected the province over the past two days. Currently, the death toll following the torrential rain and severe weather …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 15:10 GMT
South Africa Floods Leave Nine Dead as Minibus Swept Off Road
(MENAFN) Nine people have been confirmed dead after torrential flooding swept a minibus off the road in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province on Tuesday, authorities said. Three schoolchildren miraculously survived the ordeal by holding onto trees, …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 15:10 GMT
Floods in South Africa Claim Nine Lives
(MENAFN) Nine individuals lost their lives, while three schoolchildren managed to survive, after a minibus was swept away by severe floods in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa on Tuesday. An earlier update from the Eastern Cape Provincial …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 11:24 GMT
Floods washes away mini school bus in South Africa
(MENAFN) Heavy flooding in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province caused the death of nine people on Tuesday after a swollen river carried off a minibus transporting school children. Three of the children survived the ordeal. Initial reports from the Eastern …
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Published on June 12, 2025 - 17:45 GMT
Jack Brewer Sworn In as Deputy Sheriff in Taylor County, Following 15th Jack Brewer Foundation Relief Distribution Event
Jack Brewer was sworn in as Deputy Sheriff after JBF's 15th aid event in Taylor County, supporting recovery from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. PERRY, FL, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Jack Brewer Foundation (JBF) …
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Published on June 12, 2025 - 13:00 GMT
Empower-mE® App Adds ‘My Freedom’ Feature to Help Users Overcome Self-Sabotage and Addiction
Innovative Affirmation Tool Targets Addiction, Procrastination, and Negative Patterns at the Root BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- YU2SHINE, the global leader in Quantum Personal Development™, proudly announces the release …
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Published on June 12, 2025 - 11:00 GMT
1Spatial Launches Digital Resource Hub to Boost NG9-1-1 Readiness and Interoperability
New Platform Streamlines Access to Tools, Guidance, and Resources for Public Safety GIS Leaders 1Spatial PLC (LSE:LON: SPA) VIENNA, VA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- 1Spatial, a global leader in Location Master Data …
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Published on June 12, 2025 - 02:49 GMT
Missourians Impacted by the March 14-15 Severe Weather Events May Now Apply for Loans through SBA
CAPE GIRARDEAU – Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Missouri businesses and residents impacted by the March 14-15 severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and wildfires in Bollinger, Butler, Camden, Carter, Franklin, Howell, Iron …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 20:07 GMT
Berrien County Residents Invited to Review Flood Maps
CHICAGO –Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review by residents and business owners in Berrien County, Michigan. Property owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 20:06 GMT
Visit Any Disaster Recovery Center For In-Person FEMA Assistance
FRANKFORT, Ky. –If you are a Kentucky survivor who experienced loss as the result of the severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025, you do not have to go to a Disaster Recovery Center in your own county. You can receive in- …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 20:06 GMT
FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grant Approved for Marie Fire
OAKLAND, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region 9 Administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist the State of Nevada in combating the Marie Fire burning in Washoe County. On June 10, the State of Nevada submitted a …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 16:00 GMT
So Cal Fire Supply Sets National Standard for Wildfire Protection with Next-Level Mission to Safeguard Communities
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With wildfires overwhelming Los Angeles and dominating headlines across the country, dramatically changing the landscape that people live and work in the wildland-urban interface, …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 15:13 GMT
Cantsink Helical Piles Protect Homes from Devastation During Hurricanes Ian and Nicole
A Florida home built with Cantsink’s helical pile systems withstood Hurricanes Ian and Nicole, while surrounding properties suffered severe structural damage. DAYTONA BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Hurricanes Ian and …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 13:58 GMT
Turning Uncertainty into Opportunity: VEXOS Opens Second Vietnam Office
HANOI, VIETNAM, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Vexos today announced the opening of its second office in Vietnam, located in Hanoi as part of its ongoing commitment to expand its Custom Material Solutions (CMS) business, and enhance global …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 13:00 GMT
CenterPoint Energy Chooses Climavision to Deliver Weather Intelligence, Boosting Grid Resilience to Extreme Weather
State-of-the-art forecast and detection tools strengthen utility’s commitment to mitigate weather impacts on millions of customers LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In a bold move to fortify its operations …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 12:24 GMT
Anila Ali Addresses Boulder Emergency Summit in Solidarity with Jewish Community
American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council Leader Condemns Rising Antisemitism and Calls for Interfaith Unity BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Anila Ali, President of the American Muslim and …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 00:17 GMT
California Wildfire Recovery By the Numbers
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 00:17 GMT
Disaster Assistance Available at One-Day Events in Oklahoma and Logan Counties
OKLAHOMA CITY – In coordination with the State of Oklahoma, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will be supporting two community pop-up events this week to help survivors of the March wildfires. Residents can visit the one-day pop-up …
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Published on June 11, 2025 - 00:17 GMT
FEMA Assistance for Those with Insurance
JACKSON, Miss. – While FEMA cannot pay for the same things your insurance covers, FEMA may be able to provide additional money if your insurance settlement doesn’t cover all your essential disaster damage. Residents in Covington, Grenada, Issaquena, …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 08:38 GMT
Softil Frontlining Interoperable, Best-of-Breed Mission-Critical Communications Solutions at CCW 2025
Built on Softil’s BEEHD technology, live demonstrations of vendor partner devices and solutions take place in Softil’s booth #K61 throughout the MCX event TEL AVIV, ISRAEL, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As Critical Communications World 2025 …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 16:41 GMT
Public Invited to Appeal or Comment on Flood Maps in Camp County, Texas
DENTON, Texas – Preliminary flood risk information and updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) are available for review in Camp County, Texas. Residents and business owners are encouraged to review the latest information to learn about local flood risks …
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Published on June 10, 2025 - 16:41 GMT
FEMA Serious Needs Assistance extended for Kentuckians Affected by April Storms
FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA has extended the eligibility period for Serious Needs Assistance for an additional 30 days for those who were impacted by the April severe storms, flooding, straight-line winds, tornadoes, flooding, landslides and mudslides. …
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Published on June 9, 2025 - 13:54 GMT
Muncie Water Damage Experts Warn Rising Flood Risks Could Spur Major Repair Bills
Indiana homes face growing water threats as rainfall increases, signaling urgent need for professional restoration and mold remediation services. MUNCIE, IN, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As climate trends shift across …
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Published on June 9, 2025 - 13:00 GMT
Legal Claim Assistant Highlights Ongoing Research into PFAS and Reproductive Health
Legal Claim Assistant shares recent research on PFAS and reproductive health as scientists continue to explore long-term hormone and fertility effects. MIAMI, FLORIDA, FL, UNITED STATES, June 9, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Legal Claim Assistant …
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