Boat sinks in Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba with 95 people on board
The vessel is said to have overturned after being hit by strong waves.
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"We have very hard questions that require honest answers. The officials must release the correct number of people who were onboard."
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The vessel is said to have overturned after being hit by strong waves.
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