Iran Embassy mourns Lake Kariba ferry victims
In a statement posted on X, the embassy said it was “deeply saddened” by the tragedy involving the Mbuya Nehanda ferry, which capsized on Lake Kariba on Tuesday.
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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
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Kariba disaster: Harrowing tales emerge
The ferry capsized near Long Island on Tuesday while travelling from Kariba to Chalala, in what authorities have described as the worst ferry disaster in the lake's history.
By Obert Siamilandu
Aug. 12, 2026
Rescue teams dispatched to Long Island as search for Kariba ferry disaster survivors continues
The deployment came as Kariba woke to mourning, with 13 bodies recovered by Tuesday evening and scores of survivors accounted for.
By Obert Siamilandu
Aug. 12, 2026
