'Miracle baby' born in a tree above Mozambique floodwaters dies aged 25
Summary
Rosita Salvador Mabuiango, known as the "miracle baby" due to her birth in a tree during the Mozambique floods of 2000, passed away at 25 after a long illness. Her birth and rescue became a symbol of hope during the country's worst flooding disaster. She died in the hospital after battling a blood disorder called anaemia.Key Facts
- Rosita was born in a tree during the 2000 Mozambique floods when her mother sought shelter from rising waters.
- A South African helicopter rescued Rosita and her mother, making them symbols of the disaster's aftermath.
- The Mozambique floods in 2000 caused hundreds of deaths and displaced hundreds of thousands of people.
- Rosita and her mother traveled to the U.S. to speak to Congress and raise awareness about the flood.
- Rosita battled anaemia, a blood disorder, and had been hospitalized for more than two weeks before she died.
- Her death has prompted discussions on improving Mozambique's health care system, which faces significant challenges.
- Rosita grew up in Chibuto, Mozambique, and had a daughter five years ago.
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