In the Congolese capital of Kinshasa, floods and landslides lead to many victims and extensive damage.
The floods are causing great damage in Kinshasa.
(dpa) According to the government, at least 120 people have died in the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo after heavy rains. In parts of the 15 million metropolis of Kinshasa, there were major floods and landslides on Tuesday night.
The Red Cross initially reported 50 victims. Rescue workers continued to search for survivors and victims on Wednesday. President Felix Tshisekedi, who is currently at the Africa summit organized by the American government in Washington, has called on his cabinet to intervene quickly.
According to the Red Cross, heavy rains had washed away entire houses in the Mont-Ngafula and Ngaliema districts. Numerous roads in the capital of the Central African country were flooded, including National Road 1, an important trade route to Angola. Like many major African cities, Kinshasa is struggling with inadequate infrastructure and sewage systems.