Zambia: Mpulungu man drowns in Lake Tanganyika

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: May 4, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia: Mpulungu man drowns in Lake Tanganyika

A man from Mpulungu tragically drowned in Lake Tanganyika. The exact circumstances of the incident are not yet clear, but local authorities have been alerted. This event highlights the dangers associated with aquatic activities in the region.

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