The death toll from a ferry accident in Zimbabwe has risen to 84, according to France 24. The vessel capsized, and the number of confirmed fatalities has climbed steadily since the incident.
France 24 reports that the toll now stands at 84. Earlier reports from other outlets, including eNCA and TimesLIVE, had put the number at 80, while CNN cited at least 72 dead, including 18 children. SABC News had previously reported a figure of 68. The rising count reflects the ongoing recovery and search efforts at the scene.
The ferry went down in Zimbabwe, and the reported figures indicate a significant loss of life. CNN's reporting specifically highlighted that children were among the victims, noting at least 18 had died. The exact circumstances of the capsizing have not been detailed in the available reports.
Authorities are continuing to respond to the disaster, and the death toll may change as the situation develops. The discrepancy between the numbers reported by different news organizations suggests that the situation is still evolving and that official confirmation of the final count is pending.
The focus now remains on the recovery operation and accounting for all those who were on board. Further updates are expected as authorities provide more information on the incident and the victims.
