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Two Children have drowned in a shallow open well in Vubwi District of Eastern Zambia.
The children, identified as cousins Catherine Phiri and Cephas Phiri, both two years and ten months old, were found deceased in a well approximately 1.2 meters deep near Mphanjila Stream.
Eastern Province Police Commanding Officer Robertson Mweemba has confirmed the unfortunate incident which happened on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
The well is a primary water source for residents of Samson Mshanga farms.
The bodies were found by a local resident floating in the water.
The children had been left at home unsupervised after their parents went to work in a nearby field.
After a preliminary investigation, police officials stated that no foul play is suspected.
The family has decided to proceed with burial arrangements without a formal inquest.
By Samuel Khwawe.
