President of Democratic Republic of Congo Felix Tshisekedi said Thursday that thirteen people have died, while 142 have been missing as a result of the accident.
Local authorities have reportedly not yet determined the cause of the accident.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has offered condolences to DRC President Felix Tshisekedi and expressed solidarity with the Central African country.
According to a statement issued by the UN Office of the Spokesperson, the United Nations was ready to provide assistance to the Congo government.