Dozens feared dead in Congo boat accident

123rf

At least 36 people are feared dead after a boat capsized in the Congo River near Democratic Republic of Congo's capital Kinshasa.

The vessel was heading from northwest Mai-Ndombe province towards the capital when the incident occurred. 

Police said 76 people were rescued, and added that the cause of the accident remains under investigation.

More from International News

On Virgin Radio today

  • Non Stop Hits

    Midnight - 6:00am

    The UAE's #1 Hit Music Station with no interruptions

  • The Kris Fade Show

    6:00am - 10:00am

    Kris, Priti and Rossi host the UAE's biggest radio show. It's full of fun, laughs and it's Where The Stars Live.

Trending on Virgin Radio