Five people die in boat accidents

Five people have died in two distinct boat incidents that took place at Mayere dock along the Shire River in Nsanje District, Malawi Data News has learnt.

Nsanje Police Public Relations Officer, Constable Jabulani Ng’oma, revealed that the fatalities resulted from severe wind conditions.

“The occurrence took place approximately at 7pm, with reports indicating that Wilson Beka, aged 43, from Kadamera village, and his 15-year-old son, Chanji Beka, were traversing across the Shire River when their vessel overturned due to powerful winds. Both were subsequently discovered deceased.

“In a separate occurrence, an additional vessel believed to have accommodated over 20 passengers similarly capsized as a consequence of severe winds. Certain passengers successfully reached shore by swimming, while others remain unlocated.

“The three deceased have been identified as Miriam Bright, 38, Dorothy Fombe, 40, and one-year-old Chikumbutso Manuel,” stated Ng’oma, who further noted that rescue efforts continue in an attempt to locate the missing individuals.