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DR Congo flooding: Heavy rains in dry season in Kinshasa kill at least 29

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At least 29 people have been killed in DR Congo's capital, Kinshasa , following unusually heavy rains.

Homes were swept away, roads were flooded, and widespread power cuts were recorded.

90mm ( 3.5 in) of rain was recorded on Saturday morning - higher than on any single day during the rainy season that lasts from November to May .