Zimbabwe's President Concedes "Serious Deficiencies" After 92 Killed in Lake Kariba Ferry Disaster

Zimbabwe's President Concedes "Serious Deficiencies" After 92 Killed in Lake Kariba Ferry Disaster

At least 92 people died when a government ferry capsized on Lake Kariba on August 11. The vessel was rated for 90 passengers but reportedly carried as many as 153. President Mnangagwa said the disaster exposed "serious deficiencies" requiring immediate action — conceding institutional failure before any formal inquiry has reported. Recovery operations continue.

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