Recent reports from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) have revealed a devastating incident near Mauritania's capital Nouakchott. A boat carrying migrants capsized, resulting in the loss of at least 15 lives, with over 195 individuals still missing. The Mauritanian coastguard has managed to rescue 120 people, including unaccompanied and separated children, since the tragic event occurred on Monday.
The passengers had boarded the ill-fated boat in Gambia seven days prior to the incident. The exact circumstances leading to the capsizing remain unclear, and authorities are actively engaged in rescue efforts to locate the missing individuals.
