Heavy rainfall in Limbe, Cameroon, has resulted in three deaths, injuries, collapsed homes, and landslides, according to a statement from the Minister of Housing, Célestine Ketcha Courtès, on August 5, 2026. The government has mobilized emergency teams to clear blocked drainage systems and secure impacted infrastructure. While the state has invested in urban sanitation, the minister attributes the severity of the flooding to human factors like illegal dumping and building in flood-prone areas. Ketcha Courtès has instructed administrative authorities and mayors to enforce urban planning regulations strictly. She also appealed to citizens to practice civic responsibility through ongoing cleanup campaigns and community involvement. With heightened flood risks predicted for major cities, the minister emphasized the need for preventative measures and adherence to building codes.