Kariba Ferry Disaster: Zimbabwe’s deadliest transport tragedy continues to worsen as police report the Lake Kariba ferry death toll has risen to 94, with authorities saying negligence and human error by the captain are under scrutiny and a formal inquest is now underway. Diplomacy: The Vatican says it is strengthening ties with Zimbabwe, with discussions focused on cooperation in healthcare, education and environmental stewardship amid Zimbabwe’s deep economic crisis. Politics & Opposition: Opposition figures are locked in a fresh fight over CCC infiltration and leadership accountability after President Mnangagwa appointed former CCC aide Brilliant Dube to the Senate under the CAA3 powers, reigniting debate over how opposition structures are compromised. Local Courts: Harare’s kidnapping case against former security manager Simbarashe Rondozai moves into the defence stage as he denies abducting and assaulting a former workmate. Sports: South Africa named a new-look women’s squad for a historic five-match T20I tour of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo, starting September 11. Media: ZMC urges support for public service journalism after touring Zimpapers’ Bulawayo operations. Environment & Farming: Government is training breeders to tighten seed testing and variety release, while also pushing indigenous cattle genetics to build a more climate-resilient herd.