On Sunday, September 8, a pirogue capsized near Mbour, resulting in the deaths of at least 26 people. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and the final death toll is expected to be higher.
The following day, a truck collided with a public transport bus in Ndangalma, killing 16 people and injuring 36.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has offered his condolences to the victims’ families and called for a thorough investigation into both tragedies. The government has also reiterated its commitment to combating human trafficking and improving road safety.
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