Western Cape floods leave R9 billion cost and lasting impact (opens original article in a new tab)

Western Cape floods caused R9 billion in damage, affecting over 230,000 people, with 11 deaths and extensive infrastructure damage, as the province seeks additional funding for recovery efforts.

• Floods in Western Cape caused R9 billion in damage
• 231,029 people affected, 11 deaths, 22,890 homes damaged
• Agricultural sector lost over R5.2 billion, transport infrastructure R2 billion
• Eskom restored 95% of power but some areas still without electricity