A fatal boat accident in the Equateur province of the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in the deaths of 86 people. The incident occurred on Friday near Basankusu. The boat, a motorized vessel, capsized, leading to a significant loss of life, the majority of whom were students. The boat was carrying an excessive number of passengers and cargo. The accident happened during the night, when the boat lost its balance. Rescue operations are ongoing to locate those still missing. Local administration and rescue teams are actively searching, aided by residents of nearby villages. The devastating event has plunged families and villages into mourning. Reports indicate that the students were traveling from their homes to other towns for education, highlighting the tragic nature of this event. The accident underscores recurring safety issues, including overloading and night navigation, which often lead to such disasters in the Congo.
