Severe floods caused by heavy rains hit parts of Mozambique killing more than 100 people and forcing thousands of people to flee their homes. A red alert has been issued across some parts of the country as more rains are expected. | BBC News Africa

Today's major news headlines: - South Africa prepares for Africa's first G20 summit as China confirms attendance - Nigerian doctors' strike cripples major hospitals, leaving patients stranded nationwide. - World Cup playoffs wrap up ahead of Sunday's final.#DWAfrica | DW Africa

What’s keeping Africa from getting a seat at the United Nations Security Council? There are calls for Africa to be given permanent representation on the UN Security Council. But is this likely to happen soon? BBC's Waihiga Mwaura is at the UN General Assembly to find out. | BBC News Africa