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12 killed as dhow capsizes in Tanga

A boat accident survivor, Yassir Msafiri, in pain and shock at Bombo Referral Hospital in Tanga Region after a dhow heading from Tanga to Pemba capsized off Tanga shores yesterday. At least 12 people were confirmed dead and 34 rescued. PHOTO | SALIM MOHAMMED

What you need to know:

  • Tanga Regional Police commander Benedict Wakulyamba said the mishap occurred near Jambe Island, which is not far from the Tanga coastline, at around 2am.
  • Mr Wakulyamba further said the 34 survivors were rescued by fishermen who happened have been near the point at which the tragedy struck.

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