Mbuya Nehanda Ferry Death Toll Climbs To 95 As Police Name 10 More Victims

Police have confirmed that the death toll from the Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (RIDA) boat accident has risen to 95.

Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi on Wednesday, 19 August 2026, also released the names of 10 more victims, bringing the total number of victims identified by their next of kin to 93.

He said two victims are yet to be identified. Police continue to work closely with the affected families and relevant stakeholders in the ongoing identification and recovery efforts.

The tragedy occurred when the Mbuya Nehanda ferry, which was carrying more than double its capacity, capsized on Lake Kariba on 11 August.

The victims have been identified as follows:

Vimbai Magiri (36), a female adult of Zvamoyo Village, Chief Mola, Kariba.

Lina Mutale (6), a female juvenile of JSV Number 03, Padenga Holdings, Kariba.

Muchengati Siamavu (25), a female adult of Mujokeri Village, Chief Mola, Siakobvu.

Linah Siamandoga (8), a female juvenile of Siakanoka Village, Chief Mola, Siakobvu.

Princess Mberikwenyanga (23), a female adult of D30 Shabanie, Mahombekombe, Kariba.

Erina Machongwe (26), a female adult of 23272 Rusununguko Extension, Chinhoyi.

Felistus Nzerombairi (10), a female juvenile of 1172 Nyamhunga 2, Kariba.

Leeny Kasinahama (16), a female juvenile of Mola Primary School, Chief Mola, Siakobvu.

Yolanda Prisca Chipunza (9), a female juvenile of 220 Nyamhunga 1, Kariba.

Brace Shambo (2), a male juvenile of Siakanoka Village, Chief Mola, Siakobvu.

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