Death toll from Tanzania landslides rises to 63

Tanzanian Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa pays tribute to the 63 people killed in landslides and flooding in Katesh. The toll is expected to rise. Torrential downpours caused the disaster, washing away vehicles and buildings. Rescue operations are underway with the help of the military. The floods exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in the region, which is recovering from a severe drought. The president has cut short her visit to Dubai for the COP28 climate talks.

Death toll from Tanzania landslides rises to 63
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Tanzanian Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa pays tribute to the 63 people killed in landslides and flooding in Katesh. The toll is expected to rise. Torrential downpours caused the disaster, washing away vehicles and buildings. Rescue operations are underway with the help of the military. The floods exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in the region, which is recovering from a severe drought. The president has cut short her visit to Dubai for the COP28 climate talks.