Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Please refer to the attached file. Date of event 07-04-2026 What happened, where and when? Since March 2026, the Democratic Republic of Congo has been experiencing heavy and persistent rainfall, resulting in severe flooding. The situation deteriorated significantly when the Congo River overflowed its banks on 7 April 2026, causing widespread inundation. The flooding has led to the destruction of homes and public infrastructure, as well as the disruption of livelihoods, leaving affected communities increasingly vulnerable. The most severely affected area is Maniema Province, with Kindu City recording the highest impact. Within Kindu, the communes of Alunguli, Kasuku, and Mikelenge have been particularly affected, experiencing extensive flooding and associated damage. Currently, floodwaters remain high and continue to rise, posing an ongoing threat to already affected populations and increasing the risk of further damage. The situation remains dynamic, with communities still exposed to additional flooding if rainfall persists or river levels continue to increase.
DR Congo: Democratic Republic of Congo: Maniema Flood 2026 – DREF Operation (MDRCD050)
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