Online Reporter
Walter Nyamukondiwa
Mashonaland West Bureau Chief
Search and rescue efforts are currently underway as a passenger ferry capsized after hitting turbulence, amid fears that several passengers have drowned.
The district Civil Protection Unit and other well-wishers with boats have ventured into the lake in a bid to provide rescue and support services.
A helicopter is also providing support.
Unconfirmed reports indicate that the ferry, which provides transport services between Kariba, several islands and fishing camps such as Charara and Gache Gache, could have been carrying more than 100 passengers.
“The Lake Captain and the district CPU have ventured into the lake as the boat is currently sinking. Details are still sketchy,” said a source in Kariba.
