African cities keep flooding every year. Why? - BBC Africa

Floods killed more than 170 people in major African cities during the first half of 2026. Scientists also warn that El Niño will bring about extreme weather on the continent. But climate change alone does not explain why cities keep flooding despite billions of dollars invested in flood protection. From extreme rainfall, rapid urbanisation to outdated drainage systems, disappearing wetlands and waste-clogged waterways BBC News Daniel Dadzie explains why African cities keep flooding every year. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bbcafrica/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcafrica/ 🎤🎬  Presenter/ Producer: Daniel Dadzie 🎬 ✂🎞️ Producer/Editor: Njoroge Muigai