South Africa flood toll rises, large parts of Mozambique submerged

A general view of building and an informal structure submerged in floodwater in Giyani on January 16, 2026. [AFP]

Authorities in South Africa on Friday recovered two more bodies from widespread flooding that has cut access to the famed Kruger National Park and put parts of neighbouring Mozambique under water.

Heavy rains have drenched northeastern South Africa since late last year, claiming at least 30 lives, and the region is on maximum alert for more rain in the coming days.