On December 19, a tragic incident occurred off the coast of Morocco, where a boat carrying around 80 people capsized while en route from West Africa to Spain. The devastating outcome resulted in the loss of at least 69 lives, with 25 of the victims identified as Malian nationals. According to the Ministry of Malians abroad, only 11 individuals managed to survive the harrowing ordeal.
In response to this heartbreaking event, Malian authorities have established a crisis unit to closely monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary. The incident sheds light on the perilous nature of the Atlantic migration route, which connects the coast of West Africa to the Canary Islands and is frequently utilized by African migrants seeking to reach Spain.
