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March 17, 2026

Floods force South Africa to shut border with neighbor (VIDEO)

South Africa’s Border Management Authority has closed two ports of entry with Mozambique following severe flooding

Floods force South Africa to shut border with neighbor (VIDEO)

TL;DR

  • The Border Management Authority (BMA) has suspended operations at the Pafuri and Giriyondo ports of entry with Mozambique.
  • Severe flooding caused by rising water levels in the Luvuvhu River poses a safety risk.
  • The Pafuri Gate, an access point to the port, is closed due to high water levels.
  • The Giriyondo Port is also impacted by the flooding.
  • BMA staff and vehicles were safely evacuated from the affected ports.
  • No injuries or infrastructure damage have been reported.
  • The Punda Maria Gate is available as an alternative route.
  • Operations will resume once conditions are deemed safe.

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