US EditionAt least 193 passengers killed in two boat accidents in northwestern Congo
- Two separate boat accidents in the Democratic Republic of Congo killed at least 193 people and left dozens missing this week, according to authorities and state media.
- One accident involved a motorized boat capsizing in the Basankusu territory, resulting in at least 86 deaths, most of whom were students, as reported by state media.
- State media attributed both accidents to "improper loading and night navigation," highlighting the ongoing risks associated with overloaded and poorly maintained vessels in the region.
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Boat accidents have become increasingly common in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as many people choose this more affordable mode of transport. These wooden boats are often overloaded and often not equipped with life jackets. At least 193 people were killed after two separate boat accidents this week in the northwestern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). On Thursday, a boat carrying almost 500 passengers caught fire and capsized along the Con…
At least 193 people killed in two separate boat accidents in DR Congo
Boat accidents have become increasingly more frequent in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as many people opt for this more affordable mode of transportation. These wooden vessels are frequently overloaded and often not equipped with life jackets.
Boat Capsizes in Congo, Killing at Least 86, Most of Them Students
KINSHASA, Congo—A motorized boat capsized in northwestern Congo’s Equateur Province, killing at least 86 people, state media reported Friday. The state news agency reported that the accident occurred on Wednesday in Basankusu territory, and that most of the victims were students. It was not immediately clear what caused the accident although state media attributed it to “improper loading and night navigation,” citing reports from the scene. Imag…
The accidents occurred in the province of Ecuador, north of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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