Mozambique: 'Misinformation About Cholera Outbreak' Led to 97 Boat Deaths

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At least 97 people died when an overloaded boat capsized and sank off the coast of Mozambique late Sunday, state-run Radio Mozambique reported, citing local officials.

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He said the 130 passengers were allegedly fleeing because of disinformation about a cholera outbreak and were headed to the island in search of health care. Since January, Mozambique has been battling to contain a deadly cholera outbreak in its northern regions, a health crisis that has also affected neighboring countries such as Malawi and Zambia.

He also attributed the overcrowding of the boat to misinformation about the cholera outbreak. The vessel"was not prepared to take passengers. It ended up sinking and creating this situation that the province regrets."

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