Rosita Salvador Mabuiango, known as the "miracle baby" born in a tree during the 2000 Mozambique floods, died at age 25 after a long illness. Her sister confirmed the death to the BBC. Mabuiango and her mother, Carolina Cecilia Chirindza, were rescued by a South African helicopter. The rescue occurred after Chirindza sought refuge from rising floodwaters in a tree.

The dramatic rescue became a defining image of the devastating floods. The Limpopo River burst its banks in February 2000. Hundreds died, and hundreds of thousands were displaced. TV cameras from SABC captured the initial images of Rosita and her mother.

President Daniel Chapo called Rosita a symbol for girls in Mozambique. The government has not yet announced any specific memorial plans. The 2000 floods prompted a review of disaster preparedness policies.

The floods were the worst in Mozambique's history. Recovery operations involved international aid. The long-term impact on affected communities is still felt.

Further details regarding the cause of death are not yet available. The family has requested privacy at this time.