Weeks of persistent monsoon rains have submerged large parts of northern Philippines, displacing thousands and raising urgent questions about the management of flood-control infrastructure. Local residents and community leaders are calling for transparency and accountability, citing long-standing concerns over alleged corruption in government-funded projects meant to protect vulnerable regions from seasonal flooding.
Published On 21 Aug 2026
Al Jazeera’s Jamila Alindogan reports from the affected areas, where frustration is mounting as floodwaters continue to rise and recovery efforts face significant delays.
