Kasaï-Central: Over 1,500 Homes Destroyed by Torrential Rain in Luiza

More than 1,500 homes were swept away by floodwaters in Luiza, Kasaï-Central province, following heavy rains on the night of September 26-27, 2026. The provisional toll was announced by Guillaume Shidi Milambu, the mayor of Luiza, who stated that damage assessments are ongoing. Several families are now homeless and are requesting aid in shelter, food, and essential goods, with the total damage likely to increase as evaluations continue.