The death toll from a passenger ferry disaster on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe rose to 68 on Saturday.
Rescue teams recovered 22 additional bodies from the murky waters following the tragic accident earlier this week, police confirmed.
The vessel, operated by the Rural Infrastructure Development Agency, capsized on Tuesday amidst treacherous heavy winds.
Preliminary investigations suggest the overcrowded boat was swept under by intense gales blowing across the expansive lake.
Dozens of grieving families gathered at Nyamhunga Stadium in Kariba on Thursday for an emotional memorial service.
Grim rows of wooden coffins lined the venue as solemn pallbearers paid tribute to the perished passengers.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the updated mortality figure in a statement published on social media.
Rescue workers continue searching the dark depths of the lake to ensure all missing victims are accounted for.