At least 72 dead, including 18 children, in Zimbabwe ferry disaster — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/at-least-72-dead-including-18-children-in-zimbabwe-ferry-disasterContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Zimbabwe ferry disaster death toll rises to 72https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/at-least-72-dead-including-18-children-in-zimbabwe-ferry-disasterhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/at-least-72-dead-including-18-children-in-zimbabwe-ferry-disaster#u44520Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:40:39 +0000The death toll from a Zimbabwe ferry disaster has risen to 72, including 18 children. The ferry, which was carrying over 100 people, capsized on Lake Kariba. The incident has resulted in one of the deadliest maritime disasters in recent Zimbabwean history.Why it mattersThe ferry disaster occurred on Lake Kariba, a large man-made lake on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. The lake is a popular transportation route, but safety concerns and overcrowding have been reported. The incident has raised concerns about maritime safety in the region.What is confirmedAt least 72 people died in the Zimbabwe