
A boat capsized on Lake Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo, likely while sailing from Minova to Goma. This tragic incident is not uncommon in the region, where boat accidents frequently occur due to overloading, poor weather conditions, or the use of poorly maintained vessels. Lake Kivu is one of Africa’s Great Lakes, shared by the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, and is often a crucial transport route for goods and passengers. Search and rescue operations are often hampered by limited resources, and these accidents tend to result in significant loss of life. Authorities typically investigate such incidents to prevent future occurrences.