Madagascar migrants death toll rises to 34 after boat sank

The death toll from the sinking of a boat carrying irregular migrants from Madagascar to the French island of Mayotte has hit 34, authorities said on Tuesday.
15.03.2023 09:06:16 / English News

The boat was carrying 58 people when it capsized off Ankazomborona, a town in northwestern Madagascar on Saturday night.

24 survivors rescued Saturday night by fishermen reportedly fled before the authorities arrived.

An investigation was launched into the incident. (ILKHA)