Ramaphosa sends condolences to Zimbabwe following ferry accident
The President says South Africa stands in solidarity with the people of Zimbabwe.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent his deepest condolences to Zimbabwe in the aftermath of the tragic ferry accident on Lake Kariba that resulted in 44 fatalities. The South African leader affirmed the country's solidarity with Zimbabwe, offering solace to the families of the deceased, those who survived, and those still hoping for news of their loved ones.
He also expressed his hope that the survivors would recover swiftly and paid tribute to the emergency services working tirelessly to aid affected families and communities, as well as to bring back any missing individuals.
The tragedy on Lake Kariba has prompted President Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe to extend his own condolences to the families affected by the disaster. He described the incident as a devastating tragedy that has brought to light significant shortcomings in the nation's maritime infrastructure. Mnangagwa urged relevant government bodies to swiftly address these issues and take proactive steps to implement corrective actions aimed at preventing such catastrophes in the future.
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