- The death toll from the ferry capsizing on Lake Kariba has risen to 84, up from 72 the previous day, as more bodies were recovered.
- Police stated that "search efforts are still underway" to recover victims identified as missing.
- Among the dead are 18 children, with the youngest just 1 year old; police reported that 16 victims were aged 10 or younger.
A ferry capsized on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe, on August 10, 2026, leading to a tragic death toll that has now reached 84.
Authorities reported that search efforts are ongoing as they continue to recover bodies from the disaster. The ferry was overloaded, with estimates suggesting it carried as many as 153 passengers, despite being authorized for only 90.
Among the deceased are 18 children, with the youngest victim just 1 year old.4
The ferry was traveling from the town of Kariba to rural and fishing communities in the northwest, where damaged roads and scarce public transportation have made ferry travel a necessity.
Police stated, "search efforts are still underway in a bid to recover victims identified as missing."
The incident has raised serious concerns about safety regulations and the management of passenger ferries in the region.
As the community mourns, the focus remains on recovering the missing and understanding the circumstances that led to this tragedy.
“Among the dead are 18 children, with the youngest just 1 year old; police report 16 victims were aged 10 or younger. The ferry capsized in strong waves on Tuesday, and authorities are still searching for missing victims.”
