An overcrowded boat capsized on the Fimi river in the DRC, resulting in at least 25 deaths and leaving numerous passengers missing. This incident highlights ongoing safety issues in the country, where fatal boat accidents are common due to overloading and poor vessel conditions.
‘The boat had a lot of passengers,’ said resident Alex Mbumba, underscoring the tragedy of the recent capsizing. Authorities are urging improvements in river transportation safety, citing that navigation conditions are perilous and calling for essential safety equipment for boats.
David Kalemba, Inongo's river commissioner, reported that there was overloading at roof level, contributing to the capsized vessel. The recovery efforts revealed at least 25 lifeless bodies, further emphasizing the critical safety concerns on DRC's waterways.
With few tarred roads in the DRC, reliance on river travel remains high despite the risks. Previous boat accidents in October and June, with significant fatalities, raise alarms about ongoing transportation safety in the region.
Collection
[
|
...
]