Over ten children missing after canoe capsizes on Lulua River in Kasaï-Central

More than ten children are feared missing after a dugout canoe carrying them capsized on the Lulua River in the Demba territory of Kasaï-Central, Democratic Republic of Congo. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, August 5, as the children were making their way across the river. Witnesses reported that the boat overturned mid-crossing near the village of Bakua Mulamba Nkanga. At this time, no bodies have been recovered, and extensive search operations are underway. Rescue teams are working tirelessly to find the missing children and to ascertain the full extent of the tragedy. Authorities are also investigating the circumstances that led to the capsizing, aiming to establish an official toll of the missing and any potential survivors. The local community is in distress as the search continues, with hopes fading as time passes.