At least 12 dead and dozens missing after a vessel capsizes in DRC
Author: Al Jazeera StaffPublished on: September 27, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Society & Lifestyle

A vessel carrying fish traders and goods capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern DRC, resulting in at least 12 deaths and dozens missing. The boat, carrying over 50 people near Idjwi Island, sank Saturday night, according to Félix Habiragi. About 15 people were rescued, but the cause of the accident is unclear, and many passengers were traveling without life jackets despite regulations requiring them.
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