Breaking News

Breaking: Over 20 African Migrants Dies After Shipwreck In Tunisia

Last updated on September 11th, 2021 at 08:10 am

In the excess of 20 people has been killed after a boat sank in Tunisia, the victims were African migrant that were seeking for greener pastures in Europe before their untimely passing.

Mohamed Zekri, a representative for the Ministry of Defense, said the boat sank around six miles from the shore of Sfax.

The coastline near the port city of Sfax is a significant takeoff point for individuals attempting to arrive at Europe in the wake of escaping struggle and neediness in Africa and the Middle East.

In mid December, the Tunisian coastguard had protected 93 travelers of various African ethnicities, including three Tunisians, off Sfax.

Between the beginning of the year and mid-September, 8,581 individuals were blocked while attempting to arrive at Europe via ocean from the Tunisian border.

FacebookFacebookTwitterTwitterEmailEmailRedditRedditPinterestPinterestWhatsAppWhatsAppMessengerMessengerShareShare
AddThis Website Tools
Albert Echetah

Recent Posts

Vatican Prepares for Who Will Succeed Pope Francis?

The Vatican has initiated its traditional selection protocol to choose the next Pope following the passing of Pope Francis. The…

April 27, 2025

Top 10 Most-Watched YouTube Videos Globally as of 2025

"Baby Shark Dance" is still making waves in 2025! The kids' song by South Korea's Pinkfong is now the most-watched…

April 27, 2025

Simbine Beats Omanyala Again, But Season Looks Promising for Kenyan Sprinter

Kenyan sprint star Ferdinand Omanyala finished second at the opening race of the Diamond League in Xiamen, China, on Saturday.…

April 26, 2025

Heavy Rainfall Brings Widespread Flooding and Road Closures in Durban

The incessant rains have caused flooding in Durban and its neighboring areas. It has disrupted several core areas, with a…

April 25, 2025

Tanzania Imposes Agricultural Import Ban on South Africa and Malawi Over Trade Dispute

Cross-border activity suffered vast disruption when the new ban started at midnight Thursday with its direct impact on border checkpoints…

April 24, 2025

African Bank Fined R700,000 for Deceptive Loan Marketing

South African Bank fined R700,000 after determining the institution misrepresented a credit product as an investment opportunity. Following its December…

April 23, 2025