Flash floods hit Somalia’s capital

A donkey cart wades through flood waters on a street in Wadajir district of Mogadishu, Somalia on June 23, 2024. REUTERS

Mogadishu, the capital city of Somalia, has experienced devastating flash floods that transformed streets into difficult to pass waterways.

Residents reported to Reuters that the sudden deluge, which rose to knee height in some areas, caused significant damage to properties and infrastructure, leading to fears around safety.