Lake Kariba Ferry Disaster: Zimbabwe’s deadliest public transport tragedy worsened again as police recovered eight more bodies, pushing the death toll to 92 after the RIDA vessel capsized on Lake Kariba; officials say 77 were rescued and the number of missing people is still unclear, with questions growing over overloading, safety and how many children were onboard. SADC Summit Fallout: At the 46th SADC Heads of State meeting in Durban, leaders renewed calls for deeper regional integration and faster trade, while South Africa’s Ramaphosa urged joint action on migration after anti-migrant protests sparked thousands to flee. Returnees and Jobs: Econet says it is planning to expand EcoCash with 15,000 new agents by Christmas to support returnees from South Africa and create income opportunities. Zimbabwe in Global Academia: Oxford promoted Zimbabwean political historian Blessing-Miles Tendi to Professor of Politics, recognising his sustained scholarship on Zimbabwean politics. Business and Housing Pressure: Willdale Limited reported a 4% sales volume drop in the quarter to June 30, blaming working-capital constraints that left demand unmet despite stronger factory output. Mining Skills Push: Young Miners Foundation members are training in gemstone cutting and processing in Zambia, aiming to boost Zimbabwe’s value addition capacity.