Ferry capsizes on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe
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Zimbabwe Civil Protection Unit
Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe
August 12, 2026
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An overloaded ferry capsized on Lake Kariba, resulting in at least 15 deaths. 27 people remain missing, while 77 were rescued. The vessel had a capacity of 90, but was carrying at least 119 people.
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