ZLHR calls for transparent probe into Kariba ferry disaster
ZLHR said the government’s declaration of the disaster as a national disaster acknowledged shortcomings in the country’s maritime safety capabilities.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
3h ago
Compensate Lake Kariba accident victims, opposition party
PUP leader Herbert Chamuka said authorities had a responsibility to ensure that vessels and other vehicles used to transport people were properly maintained.
By Lesley Kufandada
6h ago
ZRP releases names of 44 victims of Kariba ferry disaster
The ZRP Sub-Aqua Unit is continuing investigations into the cause of the accident.
By Obert Siamilandu
7h ago
Govt must answer for Kariba tragedy
President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday ordered maritime safety agencies and security forces to “immediately overhaul and fix the deficiencies in our maritime capabilities”.
By Newsday
12h ago
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Govt ignored Kariba warnings
The government initially stated the boat had 90 people aboard. Police on Thursday confirmed two more bodies had been recovered from the lake as recovery efforts continued.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Aug. 13, 2026
Memorial service for Kariba boat victims set for Nyamhunga Stadium
The death toll has risen to 44 after 31 more bodies were recovered on Wednesday, according to police. Search and recovery operations are expected to continue today.
By Obert Siamilandu
Aug. 13, 2026
Kariba ferry death toll rises to 44
“The ZRP informs the public that the death toll in the Kariba RIDA boat accident is now 44,” the police said in an update on their social media channels.
By Obert Siamilandu
Aug. 12, 2026
Kariba ferry death toll rises to 44.
“The ZRP informs the public that the death toll in the Kariba RIDA boat accident is now 44,” the police said in an update on their social media channels.
By Obert Siamilandu
Aug. 12, 2026
My sister is missing Kariba MP
Gwangwava said Matilda was travelling from Kariba town to Mola rural area to visit their parents when the ferry overturned near Long Island.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Aug. 12, 2026
