Huambo: Two children, aged 6 and 10, drowned on Monday in the Basile lagoon in the municipality of Songo, Uge province. Witnesses from the Mbau II neighbourhood reported that the children had gone swimming and were later found dead, prompting deep concern within the local community.
According to Angola Press News Agency, the tragic incident has led to increased calls for vigilance among parents and guardians to ensure the safety of children near water bodies. Narciso lvaro, a local resident, expressed his concern over the event and urged parents to improve supervision of their children to prevent similar incidents.
The community has been deeply affected by the tragedy and has renewed demands for local authorities to take action. Reports indicate that the Basile lagoon has been the site of several previous drownings, increasing the urgency for intervention. Residents are calling for measures to restrict access to hazardous areas to prevent further loss of life.