Africa Business News of Tuesday, 18 August 2020
Source: af.reuters.com
Mauritius arrests captain of Japanese ship that caused oil spill
A general view shows the rescue mission at the bulk carrier ship MV Wakashio
Mauritius has arrested the captain of a Japanese bulk carrier that ran aground off its coast, causing a devastating oil spill in one of the world’s most pristine maritime environments, police said on Tuesday.
“We have arrested the captain of the vessel and another member of the crew. After having been heard by the court they have been denied bail and are still in detention,” Inspector Siva Coothen told Reuters.
