President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended his condolences to the Government and people of Zimbabwe following the loss of 44 lives in a ferry tragedy on Lake Kariba.
The ferry capsized on 11 August 2026, resulting in the deaths of 44 people.
On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, President Ramaphosa expressed his sympathies to the families of those who lost their lives, as well as to survivors of the tragedy.
His thoughts are also with families awaiting the outcome of ongoing search operations.
“As South Africans, we stand in solidarity today with the nation of Zimbabwe as we mourn this extensive loss of life.
“We wish survivors a speedy recovery and we pay tribute to the emergency services who are working tirelessly to support and bring closure to affected families and communities,” President Ramaphosa said in a statement on Thursday. – SAnews.gov.za
