Equatorial Guinea: Floods – Aug 2025
For several days, the island region of Equatorial Guinea has been hit by persistent rains, affecting several districts of the capital Malabo. However, the most worrying situation occurred in the city of Luba, capital of the province of Bioko Sur. On Saturday, August 2, 2025, heavy rainfall fell on the city for more than nine consecutive hours, causing signicant flooding. At the same time, some neighbourhoods in Malabo, including Pérez, Timbabe and Vicatana, were also affected, although less severely. Faced with this humanitarian emergency, the Equatorial Guinean Head of State has ordered the release of immediate aid for the victims, channelled by the Ministry of Public Works. The emergency aid shipment includes basic necessities such as drinking water, milk, mattresses and first aid kits, among others. A temporary accommodation site has also been set up to accommodate displaced persons. Additional measures are currently being studied in order to provide a response adapted to the seriousness of the situation. The Mayor of Luba, Mr. Bienvenido, appealed for calm and solidarity, inviting all residents as well as people of goodwill to mobilize to help the affected populations. (IFRC, 25 Aug 2025)
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