KZN premier calls for a state of disaster

A man walks in water through a pile of debris following the floods that caused extensive damaged to property and life. / RAJESH JANTILA / AFP

"As a mark of respect to honour our fallen compatriots, the provincial executive council has resolved to declare Thursday, May 2 as the provincial day of prayer, mourning and memorial service to show solidarity with the bereaved families and to pray for those who have passed away as well as for an end to these tragedies in our province," Mchunu said.

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