Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa conducted an urgent visit today to Mthatha and surrounding communities devastated by recent floods in the Eastern Cape.
The minister’s visit aims to assess the scale of destruction caused by the torrential rains and evaluate the progress of disaster relief and recovery operations underway in the region.
Tragic Toll and Urgent Response
The flooding has tragically claimed the lives of more than 50 people, leaving many families displaced and communities grappling with widespread damage.
Minister Hlabisa’s presence underscores the government’s commitment to coordinated disaster management, ensuring that resources and support reach the most affected areas as quickly as possible.
As emergency teams continue their work, the visit serves both as a call for intensified efforts and a message of solidarity to the flood-stricken people of the Eastern Cape.
