At least 193 killed in two separate boat accidents in northwestern DR Congo
Summary
Two boat accidents in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) resulted in at least 193 deaths and many missing persons. These accidents occurred in the Equateur province, with one boat catching fire and another capsizing, primarily involving passengers and students.Key Facts
- Two boat accidents happened in northwestern DRC this week.
- At least 193 people lost their lives, and dozens are missing.
- One boat caught fire and capsized on the Congo River, killing 107 people.
- The boat was in Lukolela territory with nearly 500 passengers.
- Another boat capsized in Basankusu territory, killing at least 86 people.
- Most victims from the second accident were students.
- "Improper loading and night navigation" were reported causes for one accident.
- River transport is common in the DRC, but boats are often old and poorly maintained.
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