A storm swept through parts of Northern KwaZulu-Natal on Tuesday afternoon, destroying several homes.
On Wednesday, GroundUp visited the rural community of Ngwetshana, where most people live in mud huts with thatched roofs.
Qondeni Buthelezi’s family had three mud houses, which are now all destroyed. It was the third time their homes had been hit by storms in recent years, said Buthelezi.
“We were so scared, and the door of the house refused to open because we had locked it with a nail. Suddenly, it became very dark, a strong wind blew, water streamed into the house, then I saw the corrugated iron roof blowing off, and the electricity was also cut,” said Mbatha.
The remains of Qondeni Buthelezi’s corrugated iron roof.
Mahadi Mosea’s thatched roof was torn off by the strong winds. She says the roof and all her furniture are beyond repair.
Qondeni Buthelezi’s home lies in ruins.
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