Ferry Disaster Exposes Zimbabwe's Maritime Shortcomings The capsizing of an overloaded ferry on Lake Kariba has left at least 68 people dead, including 18 children under the age of 10.
The tragedy highlights serious deficiencies in Zimbabwe's maritime capabilities, which President Emmerson Mnangagwa has criticized as a major problem that must be addressed immediately.
The ferry was carrying more than its maximum capacity of 90 passengers when it overturned in heavy waves on Tuesday. Estimates suggest there were over 150 people on board.