Tanzania, March 27 -- Mbeya. Grief and anguish engulfed communities in Lupepo and Nkunga wards in Rungwe District, Mbeya Region yesterday, following deadly landslides that struck in the early hours of March 25, killing a total of 20 people so far.

Some 18 people were killed on Wednesday and five injured but Rungwe District Commissioner, Jafari Haniu, said that two more people from the same family died yesterday due to ongoing rains.

"The death toll is now 20," Haniu told reporters yesterday. He called on people in vulnerable areas to temporarily relocate to safe areas as a quick measure to avoid further damages.

"Heavy rains are still ongoing in Rungwe and all people should take precautions to avoid more effects. Residents in vulnerabl...