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15 dead, 27 missing after overloaded ferry capsizes in Zimbabwe

An overloaded ferry capsized on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba, killing at least fifteen people. Seventy-seven individuals were rescued and brought to a small island after the incident. Boats are now being dispatched to bring the survivors back to safety. An underwater team is conducting search and rescue operations on the vast lake. The ferry, which exceeded its carrying capacity, was reportedly ageing.

12 Aug 2026 7:52 am