22 more bodies recovered in Zimbabwe ferry disaster, bringing death toll to 68, police say
Summary
A ferry carrying more people than it was made for capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe. Rescuers found 22 more bodies, raising the death toll to 68, including many children. About 77 people were saved, but many remain missing.Key Facts
- The ferry capsized on Tuesday in strong waves on Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe.
- The death toll reached 68 after 22 more bodies were recovered.
- Eighteen children died; some were as young as 1 year old.
- The ferry's official capacity is 90, but up to 153 people may have been on board.
- The ferry was traveling from Kariba town to rural and fishing communities.
- Seventy-seven people survived the accident.
- Lake Kariba is the world's largest man-made lake by volume, shared by Zimbabwe and Zambia.
- Roads in the area are poor, and public transport options are limited.
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