Two missing after pirogue accident on Lake Togo
17 people were on board the pirogue when it capsized on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
Two people are missing after a pirogue accident on Lake Togo on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The vessel was carrying 17 people when it capsized around 12:30 PM in the Vo prefecture. 15 individuals were rescued, but search operations for the two missing continue.
Search efforts involve firefighters, coast guards, security forces, and local fisher-swimmers. The Minister of Security praised the rescue teams and reminded water users to wear life jackets and respect boat capacity limits.
The minister urged users of navigable waterways to wear life jackets and adhere to maximum boat capacity.
Why it mattersTwo people are missing following a pirogue accident on Lake Togo, affecting their families and local communities.