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The death toll from the Lake Kariba ferry disaster has risen to 84, as rescue and recovery teams continue searching for victims.
Government has intensified investigations into what caused the RIDA-operated vessel to capsize while travelling from Kariba town to Chalala Fishing Camp.
Preliminary findings are looking at possible navigational errors, overloading and the impact of rough weather.
At least 67 people have been rescued.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared the tragedy a National Disaster, while a technical report is expected to be presented to Cabinet.
The tragedy has renewed concerns over safety on Lake Kariba, where many communities rely on boats and ferries as an important means of transport.
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Government has intensified investigations into what caused the RIDA-operated vessel to capsize while travelling from Kariba town to Chalala Fishing Camp.
Preliminary findings are looking at possible navigational errors, overloading and the impact of rough weather.
At least 67 people have been rescued.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared the tragedy a National Disaster, while a technical report is expected to be presented to Cabinet.
The tragedy has renewed concerns over safety on Lake Kariba, where many communities rely on boats and ferries as an important means of transport.
Read also
