Côte d'Ivoire Floods Kill 59 as West Africa Endures Torrential Rains The relentless rains pounding coastal West Africa have left a trail of death and destruction in their wake.
At least 59 people have died in Côte d'Ivoire since May, with the toll likely to rise as rescue efforts continue during the rainy season.
The World Meteorological Organisation notes that despite Africa's minimal contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, the continent bears the brunt of extreme weather events.