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Survivors tell of horror of Zimbabwe ferry sinking as police say death toll hits 46

The overloaded government ferry, a vital link for villagers and fish traders around the vast Lake Kariba, overturned in choppy waters on Tuesday in one of the country's worst passenger boat disasters.

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Families mourn victims of Zimbabwe ferry disaster as death toll rises to 46

Mourners have gathered in a Zimbabwe fishing town to honor the victims of a ferry disaster on Lake Kariba

The Independent UK

44 lives lost after ferry capsizes on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba

HARARE (ZIMBABWE) - At least 44 people drowned after an overcrowded ferry capsized on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba, police said Wednesday, releasing an updated toll a day after the disaster.

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At least 44 dead after overloaded ferry capsizes on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba

The ferry is believed to have capsized while carrying at least 114 adults and five crew members

The Independent UK

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

Operation under way to rescue people after boat overturned by waves at world’s largest human-made lake

The Guardian - UK

Lake Kariba ferry tragedy: Overcrowding concerns emerge as passenger count remains uncertain

At least 15 people died and 27 remained missing after a passenger ferry capsized on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba on Tuesday, while 77 people were rescued, authorities said.

The Times of India

15 dead, 27 missing after overloaded ferry capsizes in Zimbabwe

An overloaded ferry capsized on Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba, killing at least fifteen people. Seventy-seven individuals were rescued and brought to a small island after the incident. Boats are now being dispatched to bring the survivors back to safety. An underwater team is conducting search and rescue operations on the vast…

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Ferry capsizes on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe with 95 people on board

Locals are said to use the ferry to get from rural parts of the region to the town of Kariba, which is on the north side of Lake Kariba, close to the border with Zambia.

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi begins Duleep Trophy prep after stellar Zimbabwe tour

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is preparing for the new domestic season after a successful Zimbabwe tour. He was named vice-captain for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, marking a significant career step. Sooryavanshi will open the innings alongside Abhimanyu Easwaran in the tournament. The Duleep Trophy commences on August 23 with an East Zone…

The Economic Times

Afghanistan seal 2027 World Cup berth, West Indies to go through qualifiers again

Afghanistan has secured automatic qualification for the 2027 Cricket World Cup. This victory means the West Indies must now enter the qualifying tournament. They are ranked tenth and cannot improve their position before the deadline. The 2027 event will be jointly hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

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In the late 1960s, a Zimbabwean farmer transformed a dry hillside with rainwater-harvesting earthworks; his wells stayed productive through droughts

Zephaniah Phiri Maseko has become a pioneer in revitalising degraded lands in Zimbabwe through innovative water harvesting techniques. By creating strategic pits and bunds, he has proven successful in retaining rainwater and rejuvenating groundwater levels, which bolster crop resilience even during droughts. Similarly, studies in Rwanda echo the significance of…

The Times of India

Zimbabwe mourns mother and 2 daughters killed in the UK as father faces charges

Relatives and friends have gathered in Zimbabwe for the funeral of a mother and her two young daughters who were found dead in their home in Britain

The Independent UK

Countries with most black mambas: From South Africa to Kenya, where the deadly snake is found

The black mamba, often cited as the most dangerous snake on the African continent, occupies a wide array of habitats. This snake thrives in arid savannas and rocky terrains throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Countries such as South Africa and Zimbabwe frequently report incidents of black mamba bites. Remarkably, sightings have increased…

The Times of India

"Return of World Cup to Africa after 24 years a landmark milestone": ICC chairman Jay Shah

The 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup will be co-hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. This marks the tournament's return to Africa after a 24-year absence. Johannesburg hosted the official unveiling of the tournament's brand and venues. The event will feature 14 teams and a new three-stage format. This prestigious…

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Fresh off T20I heroics, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named East Zone vice-captain for Duleep Trophy

Teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been appointed vice-captain for the East Zone team. He will serve under captain Ishan Kishan in the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Sooryavanshi recently earned Player of the Series honors in Zimbabwe. His strong performances propelled him up the T20I batting rankings. This appointment marks his first…

The Economic Times

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi jumps 230 spots to career-best 48th in ICC T20I rankings

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi achieved a career-best 48th rank in T20I batting. Ishan Kishan maintains the top spot in T20I batting rankings. Tilak Varma and Shreyas Iyer also advanced in the T20I batting list. Ravi Bishnoi moved up to 41st among T20I bowlers. Shubman Gill returned to the number one ODI batting…

The Economic Times

Shubman Gill regains No. 1 spot in ODI batting rankings

Shubman Gill has reclaimed the number one ODI batting ranking from Daryl Mitchell. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi jumped 230 places to reach 48th in T20I rankings. Ishan Kishan leads T20I rankings with a high rating, surpassing other Indian players. Ravi Bishnoi advanced 31 spots to 41st among T20I bowlers. Justin Greaves also…

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Refugee camps explained: why South Africa has avoided them

South Africa started processing undocumented migrants at a temporary repatriation centre in Musina, a border town with Zimbabwe, in July 2026. This followed weeks of intensified anti-migrant rhetoric and xenophobic violence.

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VVS Laxman, Shreyas Iyer hail each other after India’s 3-0 Zimbabwe sweep

India's interim coach VVS Laxman and captain Shreyas Iyer praised each other following a series victory. The Indian team secured a 3-0 win against Zimbabwe in the away T20I series. Laxman commended Iyer's resilience and optimistic approach to leading the new squad. Iyer thanked Laxman for his motivational words and…

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India vs Zimbabwe T20 cricket match highlights: Who won yesterday's clash? Check details

India completed a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe with a 35-run win in the third and final match, as 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred with 81 off 49 balls and was named Player of the Series. India posted 192/5 before restricting Zimbabwe to 157/7, with Mayank Yadav taking three wickets.

The Economic Times

India's prodigy Sooryavanshi leads the way in T20 series success

India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 81 runs to lead his team to victory. The young player's performance secured a 3-0 series whitewash against Zimbabwe. India posted 192 runs and then restricted the hosts to 157. Sooryavanshi's highest international score came off 49 balls in the final match. He was named man-of-the-match…

The Economic Times

India reclaim T20I No. 1 spot with Zimbabwe series win

India has regained the top position in the ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings. This achievement follows their commanding series victory against Zimbabwe in Harare. Youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made headlines with a record-breaking innings in the opening match. Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer built a crucial partnership to stabilize the innings.…

The Economic Times

As Zimbabwe's raw lithium ban pays off, ambitions grow

Zimbabwe's first plant to process clean-energy metal lithium -- of which it is Africa's top producer -- is up and running, a milestone in its expanding drive to stop the wholesale export of its raw mineral wealth. Besides the focus on lithium, Zimbabwe has another 13 minerals on its list…

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Prince Yadav's injury will force India to make a few changes, says Shreyas Iyer

India will make changes for the final T20I after Prince Yadav's hamstring injury. Skipper Shreyas Iyer confirmed the team's need for adjustments in the upcoming match. Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma's strong batting secured India's series victory. Yash Thakur's effective slower ball strategy proved successful for the Indian bowlers. Zimbabwe…

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Tilak Varma overtakes MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina in Indian T20I run-scoring charts

Tilak Varma has become India's seventh-highest T20I run-scorer. He surpassed MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina with his recent performance. Varma achieved this milestone during the second T20I against Zimbabwe. He scored an unbeaten 60 runs off just 29 balls. India posted a total of 219/5 in their allotted twenty overs.

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