Ferry Disaster Claims Dozens on Lake Kariba | San Antonio News

A ferry overloaded with up to 150 passengers—far beyond its 90-person limit—capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, killing at least 44 people. Survivors say they begged the captain to turn back as waves grew violent, but chaos erupted when water flooded the vessel and passengers scrambled for life jackets. The captain died along with many others; President Mnangagwa declared a state of disaster to mobilize rescue efforts. Seventy-seven were rescued, but exact numbers remain uncertain, with authorities estimating 114 adults and five crew aboard. Concerns about the ferry’s safety had been raised before departure, and the lake’s turbulent waters added to the tragedy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5609e15e44bc6a07