On 17 November 2025, a houseboat sank on Lake Kariba. Fortunately, the incident occurred close to the shoreline, allowing passengers and crew to reach land safely. No serious injuries have been reported, and everyone on board managed to get to safety.
At this stage, the exact cause of the sinking remains unknown, and further information will likely become available once investigations are completed.
This incident serves as an important reminder that serious emergencies can occur on both commercial and private vessels. Whether due to mechanical failure, weather changes, or structural issues, unexpected situations can arise at any time on the lake.
Why Membership with PJM Rescue Matters
While PJM Rescue may not have been able to prevent the vessel from sinking, our trained response team would have been able to:
- Attend immediately to any injuries at the scene
- Transport passengers safely back to harbour
- Assist in coordinating salvage operations and recovery teams
- Provide professional on-water emergency support
Having an emergency response team ready and waiting can make the difference between chaos and coordinated rescue.
Membership Options
| Membership Type | Annual Fee | Coverage |
| Private Speed Boat Membership | US$125 per year | Covers all passengers onboard |
| Commercial Houseboat Membership | US$600 per year | Full vessel and guest coverage |
Becoming a member provides peace of mind, knowing that someone is always on standby to attend to your emergency on Lake Kariba.
Stay Safe – Be Prepared
Incidents like this reinforce the importance of safety, preparedness, and having support available when it matters most. Lake Kariba is beautiful, but it can be unpredictable, and emergencies can escalate quickly without proper response resources.
👉 We encourage all lake users – private boat owners, commercial operators, and regular visitors – to join PJM Rescue Boat Services today.
For membership details or to sign up:
Call / WhatsApp: +263 779762924…
Email: pm@pjmzim.com
PJM Rescue – Your safety is our priority on Lake Kariba.