90 Killed As Boat Fleeing From Cholera Crisis Capsizes Off Mozambique Coast

No fewer than 90 persons have lost their lives in what could be described as a harrowing tragedy after a boat capsized off Mozambique’s northern coast on April 07, 2024.

The shocking phenomenon took place while the people were fleeing from Lunga which was attacked by cholera for safety.

The victims sought asylum by travelling from Lunga to Mozambique Island in Nampula province, unfortunately, met a tragic end.

The incident took place as the people onboarding a fishing vessel were overcrowded, with about 130 people crammed into a space intended for a maximum of 100.

The boat, according to Maritime Authority Representative to the AIM news agency, was embarking on a desperate journey for safety when it was humbled by high waves.

The death of the ninety persons exposed the dire circumstances confronted by the residents of Mozambique, which is currently grappling with its most significant cholera outbreak in 25 years.

UNICEF has also has highlighted the severity of the situation, saying that since September 2022, the outbreak has resulted in more than 37,000 reported cases, placing immense pressure on the nation’s health infrastructure and leading many to seek safety in less afflicted areas.

Authorities and relief organisations are now faced with the dual challenge of addressing the immediate aftermath of the boat disaster while continuing to combat the widespread cholera outbreak.

The international community is closely monitoring the situation, as calls for increased aid and support to Mozambique grow louder in the wake of this devastating incident.