Tanzania, March 13 -- Kigoma. Six health workers from the Health Department of the Kigoma District Council have died after the boat in which they were travelling capsised on Lake Tanganyika.

The workers were travelling from Kigoma Town to Kagunga Village to provide vaccination services when the accident occurred.

Reports indicate that the boat overturned after strong winds generated large waves on the lake.

Speaking at the scene on Friday, March 13, 2026, Kigoma Regional Fire and Rescue Commander Mr Michael Maganga said the incident occurred at around 8am near Kalalangabo Village in Kigoma District.

Mr Maganga said six people had been confirmed dead and their bodies recovered, while three others who were on board the vessel remained m...