LAKE KIVU BOAT DISASTER: AT LEAST 12 DEAD AS DOZENS REMAIN MISSING
By C. C. OKEKE | September 27, 2026 A boat carrying traders capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo on Saturday night, leaving at least 12 people dead and dozens of others missing, according to authorities. The incident occurred near Idjwi Island in South Kivu province, where waterways remain an important means of transportation for local communities. The vessel was reportedly carrying more than 50 people when it overturned in the lake. Félix Habiragi, chief of the village of Kisheke near the accident site, said approximately 15 people had been rescued following the disaster. The number of people still missing remained unclear as rescue efforts continued. The boat was reportedly transporting fish traders and goods from Bwina on Idjwi Island to Boza. Local administrator Muhindo Ntambuka Pascal confirmed that traders and cargo were aboard the vessel when the accident occurred. The immediate cause of the capsizing had not been established...