This archive report was first published on 11 October 2019.
Likoni Ferry Tragedy: Government Says Retrieval of Car, Bodies to End Today ¶
Published on October 11, 2019, at 8:30 PM
The Kenyan government has announced that the retrieval of a car and bodies from the Likoni ferry disaster will conclude today. The government had earlier stated that the retrieval mission would end today, and it appears that the operation is on track to meet this deadline.
The Likoni ferry disaster occurred on September 28, 2019, when a vehicle and its occupants were swept away by strong currents while attempting to board the ferry. The incident resulted in the loss of several lives, and the government has been working to retrieve the vehicle and bodies from the ocean.
According to reports, the retrieval mission has been ongoing for several days, with the government working closely with local authorities and rescue teams to recover the vehicle and bodies. The operation has been challenging due to the strong currents and depth of the water, but the government has assured the public that it is doing everything possible to bring the incident to a close.
The Likoni ferry tragedy has sent shockwaves across the country, with many people expressing their condolences to the families of the victims. The government has promised to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and to take steps to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
