Recent heavy rainfall in Tanzania has led to devastating flooding, resulting in the loss of 155 lives and affecting over 200,000 individuals, according to Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa. The situation has worsened due to the El Niño climate pattern, exacerbating the ongoing rainy season and causing significant damage to infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and railways.
Prime Minister Majaliwa emphasized the need for residents in low-lying areas to relocate to higher ground to ensure their safety. He also urged district officials to prioritize the distribution of essential supplies to those most in need, with more than 51,000 households impacted by the heavy rains.
