A horrific boat accident on the Congo River resulted in at least 148 deaths, with more than 100 still unaccounted for.
The overcrowded wooden boat caught fire during an onboard cooking mishap, causing panic and the subsequent capsizing.
Many passengers tragically drowned while leaping into the water, adding to the devastating loss of life.
Rescue teams, aided by the Red Cross, are actively searching for survivors amidst the ongoing humanitarian crisis.