"Tragedy in Mozambique: Over 90 Lives Lost in Ferry Disaster"
TL;DR
A makeshift ferry carrying around 130 people capsized off Mozambique's coast, resulting in at least 98 deaths, including children, as residents were reportedly fleeing a suspected cholera outbreak. The vessel, unsuitable for transporting passengers, was overcrowded, and the accident occurred while en route to the Island of Mozambique. The country has been grappling with a deadly cholera outbreak, with Nampula being the worst affected province. Many areas in Mozambique rely on boats for transportation, often leading to overcrowding and safety concerns.
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- Mozambique ferry accident leaves more than 90 people dead including children, local media say The Associated Press
- Over 100 dead in Mozambique ferry incident, president says Reuters
- Disinformation on cholera led to Mozambique ferry disaster, officials say The Guardian
- At least 94 dead in Mozambique after unlicensed ferry boat capsizes, official says New York Post
- Mozambique: More than 90 killed as overcrowded boat sinks DW (English)
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