According to reports from BBC, a devastating boat accident in Sudan’s River Nile state has claimed at least 21 lives, with many more still missing. The boat was carrying nearly 30 passengers, including women, elderly people, and children, when it capsized due to high waves on Wednesday evening in the Shendi area. Rescue teams are continuing their search for more bodies, as reported by the Sudan Doctors Network and eyewitnesses cited by BBC.

The Sudan Doctors Network has expressed concern over the lack of safety measures and regulation in river transport, stating that many boats operating on the Nile are privately owned and lack proper safety equipment. The group has urged authorities to take immediate action to ensure river transport safety and prevent such disasters in the future.