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Survivor pulled from capsized Tanzanian ferry as death toll reaches 166

Death toll in Tanzania ferry tragedy climbs to 166. [Courtesy]

Divers rescued a man on Saturday as they searched for survivors from the wreck of an overcrowded Tanzanian ferry that capsized on Lake Victoria on Thursday, killing at least 166 people.

Four navy divers resumed the search operation inside the sunken MV Nyerere early on Saturday after hearing sounds that suggested signs of life.

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