The most recent development in the tragic ferry sinking on Sudan's Nile River reveals that at least 21 people have died, with ongoing search efforts for missing passengers. According to Al Jazeera, 'at least six people are rescued, while efforts are ongoing to locate about a dozen people still missing.' The Frontier Post corroborates this, stating that '21 bodies had been recovered from the accident,' and highlights that the boat was carrying 30 people when it sank. The incident occurred in the Shendi district of the northern Nile River province, as reported by multiple sources, including the Sudan Doctors Network, which has been vocal about the lack of safety measures and the delayed response by local authorities.