Road projects, not failed water scheme, caused Abeokuta water disruptions – Ogun govt 

Flood Mitigation Task Force to demolish buildings blocking waterways in Damfa , Oyarifa and Tesa

The Flood Mitigation Task Force has earmarked several buildings obstructing natural waterways in Damfa, Oyarifa and around the Tesa Dam near Boundary Road for demolition as part of efforts to reduce flooding in the Greater Accra Region. The decision followed an inspection of key water retention ponds and flood-prone communities led by the Chairman of the Task Force, Brigadier General Forster Okae Yeboah.

Abia Govt pledges intervention as gully erosion devastates communities

Abia State Government has said that it is working diligently to intervene in the plight of erosion-ravaged communities across the state. Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Philemon Asonye Ogbonna, gave the assurance to the indigenes of Amaewu Amamba Uzuakoli and Atta Emede Ibeku in Bende and Umuahia North LGAs, when he visited erosion-devastated communities in the areas. [] Abia Govt pledges intervention as gully erosion devastates communities

Task Force flags illegal developments over water channels in Oyarifa

The Flood Mitigation Task Force has identified several illegal structures in Oyarifa that are disrupting natural water channels and worsening drainage, as part of ongoing post-flood mitigation efforts. During an inspection, the team found a developer had constructed apartments directly over a water channel. Other nearby developments were also observed to have altered the natural The post Task Force flags illegal developments over water channels in Oyarifa appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

6 killed in building collapse in Cameroon's commercial hub

At least six people were killed and six others injured after a part of a three-story residential building collapsed amid heavy rains in Cameroon's commercial hub of Douala, authorities said on Saturday, reported Xinhua. The building, located in the Bonamoussadi neighborhood, collapsed overnight into Saturday. In a statement, the Douala City Council said three of the victims were children and the six injured were taken to the hospital for treatment. Officials said the exact cause of the collapse remains under investigation. Rescue and debris-clearing teams continued search and recovery operations while engineers assessed nearby buildings for potential structural risks. Heavy rains lashed Douala from Thursday through Saturday, triggering flooding in several neighborhoods and disrupting business activities across the city. Earlier this week, Cameroon's Ministry of Transport warned of heavy rainfall in five regions, including the Littoral Region, where Douala is located, citing the risks of flooding and landslides.

Katima budgets N$4 million for pothole repairs

The Katima Mulilo Town Council has begun repairing potholes and damaged roads after heavy rains, backed by a N4 million budget. Motorists earlier this year expressed their dissatisfaction with the dilapidated state of the roads, saying their cars were being damaged and their mobility was limited. Katima Mulilo mayor Kabende Kabende yesterday told The Namibian [] The post Katima budgets N4 million for pothole repairs appeared first on The Namibian.

पहिरोले कालीगण्डकी कोरिडोर अवरुद्ध

ढोरपाटन। राष्ट्रिय गौरवको आयोजना कालीगण्डकी कोरिडोरको बागलुङ खण्डअन्तर्गत जैमिनी नगरपालिका–८ बेलबगरमा आज बिहान लेदोसहितको पहिरो झरेपछि त्यस क्षेत्रको सडक अवरुद्ध भएको छ। पहिरोबाट सडकमा क्षति पुगेकाले त्यस क्षेत्रमा यातायात सञ्चालन समेत अवरुद्ध भएको जिल्ला प्रहरी कार्यालयका प्रहरी नायब उपरीक्षक रामेश्वर त्वातीले जानकारी दिए। पहिरो सडक क्षति भएको सडक खुलाउने प्रयास भइरहेको उनले बताए। पहिलोका कारण []

The streets are flooded in Telavi after heavy rain.

The river in Telavi overflowed after heavy rainfall, flooding central streets, the first floors of buildings, disrupting gas and electricity supply. In the villages of Kakheti, agricultural lands and vineyards are covered with water, and farmers report crop loss.

Taps dry as municipality drowns in R1-billion debt

Residents of the Kai !Garib Local Municipality in the Northern Cape face collapsing services, frequent water interruptions, and potholed roads

SITE industrial zone coping with severe water shortage, Ghangra

SITE industrial zone coping with severe water shortage, Ghangra

Beri kami mandat, insya-Allah masalah air di Rengit akan kami selesaikan segera – Anwar

RENGIT: Masalah infrastruktur dan kemudahan asas seperti ketiadaan air yang sering membelenggu penduduk Rengit akan diberi keutamaan untuk diselesaikan bagi memastikan kebajikan masyarakat setempat terus terpelihara. Pengerusi Pakatan Harapan (PH), Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim berkata, rakyat di kawasan Rengit dan pedalaman khususnya berhak menikmati pembangunan sewajarnya kerana kerajaan bertanggungjawab membantu golongan tersisih tanpa mengira latar ... Read more The post Beri kami mandat, insya-Allah masalah air di Rengit akan kami selesaikan segera – Anwar appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Poor infrastructure, insecurity hindering businesses in Onitsha — ONICCIMA

By Nwabueze Okonkwo ONITSHA — The Onitsha Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ONICCIMA) has identified poor infrastructure, insecurity, flooding, multiple taxation and unreliable electricity supply as major challenges affecting business operations and industrial growth in Onitsha, Anambra State. The chamber also listed harassment of visitors and investors at the Onitsha Bridgehead area, limited [] The post Poor infrastructure, insecurity hindering businesses in Onitsha — ONICCIMA appeared first on Vanguard News.

Impendle Municipality Faces Constitutional Intervention Amid Severe Financial Crisis

IMPENDLE, KwaZulu-Natal — The ongoing financial and administrative collapse of the Impendle Municipality has prompted urgent intervention, with Parliament’s Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Public Administration warning that the rural KwaZulu-Natal local government is in a state of despair. Without an immediate financial recovery plan, officials warn the situation will only continue to deteriorate. []

Incendie du grand marché de N’Zérékoré : plus de 2 900 sinistrés officiellement recensés (ANGUCH)

Près de deux semaines après le violent incendie qui a ravagé une grande partie du marché central de N’Zérékoré, les autorités franchissent une nouvelle étape dans la gestion de la catastrophe. Ce mercredi 1er juillet 2026, le directeur général de l’Agence nationale de gestion des urgences et catastrophes humanitaires (ANGUCH), Lancei Touré, a procédé à [] The post Incendie du grand marché de N’Zérékoré : plus de 2 900 sinistrés officiellement recensés (ANGUCH) first appeared on Guineematin.com.

After 40 Years of Waiting, Kyanamukaka Roads Finally Get Major Upgrade

By Brian Mugenyi MASAKA DISTRICT — For more than four decades, residents of Kyanamukaka Town Council in Bukoto Central Constituency lived with poor road networks that hindered trade, access to social services and economic growth. Today, that long wait is finally coming to an end. Road construction equipment is now at work across the area, [] The post After 40 Years of Waiting, Kyanamukaka Roads Finally Get Major Upgrade appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

Rivers State Seeks Swift Resolution of Bille Gas Leak

The Rivers State Government has called for the swift and comprehensive resolution of the challenges arising from the gas leak in Bille, Degema Local Government Area of the state. Governor Siminalayi Fubara made the pledge at Government House, Port Harcourt during an enlarged meeting of key stakeholders, comprising representatives of the Nigerian Government, the state [] The post Rivers State Seeks Swift Resolution of Bille Gas Leak appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

Inclusion financière des exploitants miniers artisanaux : la Guinée veut structurer un secteur clé de son économie

Les autorités guinéennes, avec l’appui de leurs partenaires, ont franchi une nouvelle étape dans la réforme de l’exploitation minière artisanale et à petite échelle (EMAP). Réunis ce mardi 30 juin 2026 à Conakry, les différents acteurs concernés ont procédé à la validation de la Stratégie nationale d’inclusion financière des exploitants miniers artisanaux, un document destiné []

Experts warn of cloudburst disasters

By A Staff Reporter, Kathmandu, July 9: As deadly floods and cloudburst-triggered disasters continue to hit parts of Nep...

Sinkhole, gas leak prompt emergency evacuation near Taipei FPG site

Taipei, July 8 (CNA) A road collapse and gas leak occurred Wednesday morning at the redevelopment site of Formosa Plastics Group's (FPG) former headquarters in Taipei's Songshan District, prompting the evacuation of nearby residents and traffic restrictions, authorities and the company said.