Pakistan, May 11 -- KINSHASA - More than 100 people have lost their lives after heavy flooding hit Kasaba village near Lake Tanganyika in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, local officials confirmed. The disaster struck as the country continues to face violence from the M23 rebel offensive.

According to Samy Kalodji, administrator of Fizi territory in South Kivu province, early reports from the flood-hit region indicate over 100 fatalities. Torrential rains and strong winds between Thursday night and Friday caused the Kasaba river to overflow, submerging homes and displacing residents.

South Kivu government spokesperson Didier Luganywa issued a statement confirming 62 deaths and 30 injuries. Authorities warn the number could rise as ...