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Rwanda Death Toll from Flooding and Landslides Rises to 136

HeadlineMay 04, 2023

In Rwanda, at least 136 people are dead and thousands have been left homeless after torrential rains brought flash flooding and landslides to several parts of the country. This is flood survivor Claire Uwineza, whose home in western Rwanda was destroyed.

Claire Uwineza: “As you can see, I am left with nothing, no bed and no household. I came here for a job. I am safe, but all my belongings are gone.”

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