Dineo Storms Bring Flooding, Impassable Roads to Botswana's Southern District

A low-pressure system following cyclone Dineo brought heavy rain and severe flooding to parts of southern Africa on February 20, including the town of Molapowabojang, Botswana, where the A2 highway was rendered almost totally impassable.

On February 20 Botswana’s government said at least 80 mm of rain (3.15 inches) was expected in areas of the country over the next 24 hours. The following day it reported that more than 200mm (almost 9 inches) had fallen in some areas. Flooding and road closures were reported. The town of Ramotswa was left isolated after nearby rivers flooded on Tuesday, the government said.

Further rain was forecast into Wednesday, February 22. Credit: Instagram/Kyle Elphick via Storyful