‘Life Remains Precious’: President Mnangagwa Mourns 43 Victims Killed in Limpopo Bus Crash

Tragic Limpopo Bus Crash: President Mnangagwa Mourns Victims, Calls for Cross-Border Road Safety

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed profound sorrow following the tragic bus accident in Limpopo that claimed 43 lives, including Zimbabweans and Malawians.

The accident happened on Sunday afternoon along the N1 Highway near Makhado town, when the driver of the bus, believed to have been overloaded, lost control of the vehicle before it plunged into an embankment.

Condolences and State Assistance for Victims’ Families

In an official statement on Monday, President Mnangagwa extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

“It is with a deep sense of shock and grief that I learnt of the fatal road accident which claimed at least 40 people, who are drawn from different nationalities, including Zimbabwean citizens.

“On behalf of the Government of Zimbabwe, I wish to express my heartfelt condolences to the families of the bereaved commuters here in Zimbabwe and other Sadc countries so affected. That so many lives were lost in this accident once more urges us to ensure maximum diligence in the movement of our peoples regardless of borders and differences in legislation.”

Call for Stricter Road Safety Measures

President Mnangagwa urged regional authorities to treat the tragedy as a wake-up call to strengthen traffic enforcement and promote safer cross-border travel across the Southern African Development Community (SADC).

“Life remains precious whenever it is lost and in whatever country,” he said, stressing the need for stricter regulations and enhanced cooperation among regional transport authorities.

He directed relevant Government departments to provide State support for the repatriation of the deceased and assistance with burial arrangements.

Praise for South Africa’s Swift Response

The President also commended the South African Government for its prompt and compassionate response to the disaster.

He called for closer collaboration among traffic enforcement agencies across borders and the harmonisation of road safety laws to help prevent similar incidents in the future.