Dozens missing after boat carrying 200 migrants sinks off Gambia
GAMBIA: At least seven people have died and many others are missing after a boat carrying about 200 migrants attempting to reach Europe capsized off the coast of The Gambia, authorities say.
The boat overturned on Wednesday midnight near Jinack village in the North Bank Region and it was later found “grounded on a sandbank”, the country’s defence ministry said in a statement.
ALSO READ: Venezuela releases 88 jailed after post-election protests
Ninety-six people have been rescued so far and a search is continuing for other passengers who were aboard the shipwrecked vessel that was heading towards Spain’s Canary Islands.
The perilous journey over the Atlantic Ocean has become an increasingly common route for African migrants trying to reach Europe.
Really great read — I appreciate how clearly you explained the importance of local online presence for businesses today. It’s a topic many companies overlook, i find it very interesting and very important topic. can i ask you a question? also we are recently checking out this newbies in the webdesign industry., you can take a look . waiting to ask my question if allowed. Thank you