Artur Hanula
The Pope received the news of the disaster with “deep sorrow.” He entrusts the souls of the deceased to God’s mercy and sends expressions of sympathy to those who have lost loved ones and acquaintances.
In the message, signed by the Secretary of State of the Holy See, Card. Pietro Parolin, Leo XIV also assured of his prayers for the civil authorities and rescue services dealing with the aftermath of the tragedy. For all those affected by this disaster, the Holy Father invokes God’s comfort, healing, and strength.
The capsizing of the ferry occurred on Tuesday, August 11. The Civil Protection of Zimbabwe reported in a statement that on board the vessel Mbuya Nehanda there were 114 adults, in addition to 5 crew members and a number of children. It was indicated that the maximum permissible number of people on board was 90. The ferry set sail despite poor weather conditions. According to the latest data, the death toll has exceeded 90.
