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Death toll rises after ferry disaster on Kariba Reservoir
Following the sinking of an overloaded ferry on the Kariba Reservoir in Zimbabwe, rescue operations have begun. At least 37 people are dead, and 27 more are missing.
A ferry capsized on the Kariba Reservoir in Zimbabwe, resulting in a tragic disaster. According to current reports, at least 37 people have died, while 27 others are considered missing. The ferry was reportedly overloaded, with an official capacity of 90 people but transporting 114 adults along with five crew members and an unknown number of children.
The news of the disaster emerged over the weekend, as rescue operations are being coordinated by the Zimbabwean Civil Protection Agency. They have also noted that a total of 77 people were rescued in various ways from the water. The exact number of passengers on board was difficult to ascertain due to the excessive loading.
The disaster is believed to have occurred after the ferry started taking on water due to high waves. The precise circumstances and the exact time when the ferry capsized are currently unclear and are being investigated by the authorities.