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At least 44 dead after overcrowded ferry capsizes on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe

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At least 44 people died when an overcrowded ferry capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe after being struck by strong waves. The vessel was carrying 114 passengers despite having a capacity of 90 people. A rescue operation was underway for dozens of people reported missing after the boat overturned.

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At least 44 dead after overcrowded ferry capsizes on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe

Operation under way to rescue dozens missing after boat overturned by waves at world’s largest human-made lake At least 44 people have died after an overcrowded ferry capsized on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, police said. The boat had a capacity of 90 people, but was carrying 114…