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Namibia

Relocated Otjomuise Residents Struggle with School Access

Residents of Otjomuise, who were relocated to Green Mountain in the Goreangab area due to flash floods, say their children have been out of school for the past two months. As NewsOnOne's Josia Shiweda from One Africa reports, the affected families are urging the City of Windhoek to provide transport to help their children return to school. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 watch it on […]

today26 February, 2025

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Environment

Since 2018, flash floods have claimed eight lives in Windhoek

  Since 2018, flash floods have claimed eight lives in Windhoek. This week, 87-year-old Theodor Volker lost his life after attempting to drive across a flooded low-lying bridge in Olympia. Emergency services later recovered his body in Dorado. One AFrica Tv NewsOnOne's Josia Shigwedha, brings us more:  

today7 February, 2025

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Namibia

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern and central Namibia

The Namibia Meteorological Service, in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister, has issued a severe weather warning for moderate to widespread thunderstorms expected in parts of the Northern-Central, North-West, Otjozondjupa, and Khomas regions. Flash floods are likely in some areas, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The Zambezi Region remains particularly vulnerable, as it regularly experiences seasonal flooding due to its proximity […]

today6 February, 2025

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Namibia

Heavy Rainfall and Drought Devastation Hit Omaheke Region

  Heavy rains in Omaheke have damaged key roads like Okatumba and Ombujonganga, with residents urging bridge construction to prevent future disruptions. Farmers in the drought-hit region faced severe cattle losses, totaling an estimated N$4.4 million, before the January rains. In Windhoek, over 1,000 Otjomuise residents were displaced after flash floods destroyed homes in the MG Division area. City Councillor Ivan Skrywer announced plans to relocate affected residents to Farm […]

today7 January, 2025

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Namibia

Venaani Calls for Urgent Support for Windhoek Flood Victims

Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani has urged the Office of the Prime Minister to assist flood victims in Windhoek’s informal settlements. Saturday’s heavy rains damaged shacks, leaving many residents without shelter. The hardest-hit areas include the Otjomuise MG Division near the riverbank and the area behind the Otjomuise Police Station, according to the City of Windhoek. Residents of the Samora Machel constituency have expressed fears of losing everything if […]

today6 January, 2025

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Environment

UN assessment teams deployed to flood affected areas in Afghanistan

Rescue efforts continue in Afghanistan following deadly flash floods in three northeastern provinces this past weekend. The Resident Representative of the UN Development Programme, Stephen Rodriques, told UN News that 180 deaths were confirmed and nearly 9,000 homes have been damaged. The UN has deployed just over 20 teams to the region to conduct a joint assessment alongside partners and the de-facto authorities.

today14 May, 2024

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Africa

Kenya’s devastating floods expose decades of poor urban planning and bad land management

    By Sean Avery, King's College London   Floods in Kenya killed at least 169 people between March and April 2024. The most catastrophic of these deaths occurred after a flash flood swept through a rural village killing 42 people. Death and destruction have also occurred in the capital, Nairobi, a stark reminder of the persistent failure to keep abreast of the city’s rapid urbanisation needs. Sean Avery, who […]

today2 May, 2024