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South African team helps search for politician swept away by Mozambique floodwaters

South African team helps search for politician swept away by Mozambique floodwaters

Summary

A team from South Africa is assisting in a search for a politician who was swept away by floodwaters in Mozambique. Severe flooding has hit Mozambique, leading to significant damage and over 100 deaths. South Africa is also experiencing flooding, with both countries facing ongoing challenges due to heavy rains and the start of the cyclone season.

Key Facts

  • A South African team is helping with search and rescue efforts in Mozambique.
  • The search is for Andile Mngwevu, a South African politician, caught in floodwaters.
  • Only one person from the same car as Mngwevu has been found; others are still missing.
  • Floods in Mozambique have killed more than 100 people and damaged infrastructure.
  • Mozambique's flooding led the President to cancel his trip to an international event.
  • South Africa sent two helicopters to aid Mozambique's rescue efforts.
  • Both countries are dealing with severe rain as part of the cyclone season.

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