Seoul:Zambezi A 44-year-old Zambian man has died following a hippopotamus attack at Lake Lyambezi, located in the Zilitene area. The incident, which occurred at around 09h00 on Wednesday, was confirmed by the Namibian Police Force (NamPol) in the Zambezi Region.

According to NAMPA, the deceased, identified as Figo Walubita, was fishing in a dugout canoe with a male companion when they were allegedly charged by two hippopotamuses. The attack caused them to fall into the water, and one of the hippos fatally attacked Walubita, as confirmed by NamPol Zambezi Regional Commander, Commissioner Julia Sakuwa-Neo.

Walubita's companion was able to swim to safety and alerted nearby community members at the Kamatanda cattle post. The community promptly provided a motorboat to aid in the search and recovery operation, successfully retrieving Walubita's body from the water.

Commissioner Sakuwa-Neo praised the Zilitene community for their rapid response and assistance during the recovery efforts. Walubita's family has been informed of his tragic death.