Zimbabwe president sends condolences following ferry accident
Mnangagwa has sent condolence to the families of at least 44 people who died after a ferry capsized.
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed his condolences to the families of the 44 people who lost their lives in a ferry accident on Lake Kariba. Describing the incident as a tragic event that highlights the country's shortcomings in maritime capabilities, Mnangagwa has urged government agencies to take immediate action in addressing these issues and implementing measures to prevent future disasters.
Search and rescue efforts are anticipated to recommence on Thursday, with hopes of recovering additional bodies still trapped within the submerged vessel.
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