An overcrowded boat capsized in central Congo, resulting in at least 25 confirmed fatalities, including children, with dozens still reported missing. The vessel had over 100 passengers aboard.
Local residents and officials are concerned that the death toll from the capsizing could increase. The incident marks the fourth such accident this year in the Mai-Ndombe province.
The persistent issue of boats being overloaded has prompted local calls for improved safety measures, such as equipping the province with flotation devices to prevent future tragedies.
Despite warnings from Congolese officials about overloading and safety, many remote area residents still rely on unsafe river transportation due to the lack of affordable public transport.
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