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Matsitama devastated by floods

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FRANCISTOWN: Matsitama village is reeling in devastating floods that swept through the sleeping village, affecting over 900 villagers, leaving them in dire need of food and shelter.

A week ago, Matsitama village was hit by devastating floods accompanied by heavy winds, which left a trail of destruction in its wake. Houses were destroyed, farmlands were ravaged, and the village is still reeling from widespread power outages. The situation is dire, with many families struggling to access necessities like food and shelter.

In an interview with Mmegi, Shashe West Member of Parliament Jeremiah Frenzel said the affected individuals, who are more than half of the population, are facing severe food shortages.

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