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Fatal Capsizing on Lake Tanganyika Kills 41, Leaves Dozens Missing

A ferry carrying approximately 100 passengers and cargo capsized on Lake Tanganyika near the Congolese village of Mapera, killing at least 41 people. While 49 survivors were rescued, search operations continue for the missing. The incident occurred on the route between Tanzania’s Kigoma and the DRC’s Kalemie, marking the second major vessel loss on this corridor in under a month.

17 days ago•Source: Al Jazeera

"Global Highlights: AP Week in Pictures"

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5.525 min•2 years ago

"Global Highlights: AP Week in Pictures"

The AP Week in Pictures for June 14-20, 2024, captures global events including protests in Panama, the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Putin's visits to North Korea and Vietnam, Kurdish migrants discovered off French shores, and a train collision in India. The gallery, curated by AP photo editor Eloy Martin, highlights significant moments from around the world.

via The Associated Press