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PALESTINIAN President Mahmoud Abbas has conveyed his condolences to President Mnangagwa and the people of Zimbabwe following the Mbuya Nehanda ferry disaster on Lake Kariba, which has claimed 97 lives.
In a letter addressed to President Mnangagwa and seen by Zimpapers, President Abbas expressed profound sorrow over the tragedy and pledged solidarity with Zimbabwe as the nation mourns what is now regarded as its worst transport disaster.
“With great sorrow, we received the sad news of capsizing of a ferry in Lake Kariba, which resulted in the drowning of many passengers who were on board,” wrote President Abbas.
He said Palestine stood with Zimbabwe during its time of grief and extended condolences to the families of the victims and the nation as a whole.
“While we share with you sadness and sorrow during this human disaster, we express to Your Excellency and through you, to the families of the deceased victims and the entire friendly people of Zimbabwe, our deep heartfelt condolences, hoping for those who are missing, survival and safety, voicing our solidarity with you (and) wishing the brave rescue teams success in their rescue mission. Please accept, Your Excellency, our deep sympathies and condolences,” he wrote.
The message adds to a growing number of condolences Zimbabwe has received from across.
