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Four people died after a pirogue ran aground at Kébémer, bringing the death toll to 21.
5 articles from 6 November to 8 November 2026 · 🇸🇳 Senegal
The death toll from a pirogue carrying irregular migrants has risen from 21 to 34, according to the health ministry of the Houthi rebels, who blame the Saudi-led coalition and say the toll is still preliminary, according to international media.
Source: Le Soleil
The death toll from a pirogue carrying irregular migrants has risen from 21 to 34, according to the health ministry of the Houthi rebels, who blame the Saudi-led coalition and say the toll is still preliminary, according to international media.
🇸🇳 Senegal · 12:16
The death toll from the sinking of a pirogue carrying people seeking irregular migration stands at 21 dead and one survivor off Loumpoul, in Kébémer department, according to Le Soleil. Searches continue as Senegalese authorities organise the identification of victims and support for families.
🇸🇳 Senegal · 23:36
The sinking of a pirogue carrying migrants has left more than 11 dead in the Louga region, according to Dakaractu. The victims are from Thiéppe, Bandji, Saré Dao and Potou in particular, while searches continue for any other bodies.
🇸🇳 Senegal · 16:54
A canoe carrying presumed candidates for irregular migration ran aground off Tébène 2, in Kébémer department, killing four people, according to Senego. Several survivors reached the shore before fleeing. Thiéppe Mayor Mouhamed Dia urged young people to prioritise opportunities for success in Senegal.
🇸🇳 Senegal · 21:49
Four bodies were discovered on 6 November 2026 on the shore of Tébène 2, in the commune of Thiéppe, Senegal. A pirogue carrying people seeking to migrate illegally is believed to have capsized offshore, while several survivors are believed to have left the area, according to Le Soleil.
🇸🇳 Senegal · 20:29
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