At least 20 people were killed on Thursday after a boat capsized in Cameroon's Far North region, according to witnesses and security sources, Xinhua reports.
The boat capsized as it was transporting passengers from Darak island in the Logone-et-Chari division of region, witnesses told Xinhua Thursday evening.
Local media reported that more casualties are expected, as rescuers search for more victims.
Security sources said that a formal investigation has been opened to determine the cause of the accident.
Boat accidents are common in the region often caused by overloading, faulty operations and severe weather.
