President Emmerson Mnangagwa Awards Heroic Truck Driver Sirizani Butau the Gold Cross of Zimbabwe for Saving Lives from Burning Bus

President Emmerson Mnangagwa Awards Heroic Truck Driver Sirizani Butau With Gold Cross of Zimbabwe

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has awarded Sirizani Butau a Gold Cross of Zimbabwe after saving eight people from a burning Beta bus at an accident scene in Mutare in December 2021.

Sirizani Butau, the heroic truck driver was presented the award by the President during the Heroes Day commemorations held at the National Heroes Acre in Harare today.

Heroic Act: Butau Rescues Eight from Burning Bus After Horrific Collision

Sirizani Butau, a truck driver, became a hero when he saved eight people from a burning bus after a devastating accident 20 km outside of Mutare on the Mutare-Harare highway.

The accident occurred when a Beta bus collided with a fuel tanker haulage truck, causing the bus to burst into flames.

Despite not being involved in the accident, Butau quickly sprang into action, rushing to pull several passengers from the inferno. His bravery came at a cost—Butau sustained severe burns on his hands and legs during the rescue and spent his Christmas in the hospital.

In recognition of his courage and selfless sacrifice, President Emmerson Mnangagwa awarded Butau the Gold Cross of Zimbabwe.

Also Read: 4 Killed In Horrific Christmas Eve Bus And Tanker Crash Near Mutare

Courageous Siblings Awarded for Rescuing Their Mother from Crocodile Attack

President Mnangagwa also awarded the Silver Cross of Zimbabwe honour to Peace Magaya aged 12, and Luckmore Magaya aged 9.

This comes as they saved their mother from a crocodile attack in Mhondoro in January this year.

The President has honoured them for their bravery.

President Mnangagwa Honors Courageous Siblings for Rescuing Their Mother from Crocodile Attack (Image Credit: The Herald)

Also Read: President Mnangagwa Rewards Brave Mhondoro Siblings for Saving Mother from Crocodile’s Jaws

President Mnangagwa Previously Rewarded Brave Siblings with Scholarships and Financial Support

This comes after President Mnangagwa, initially, rewarded the two courageous siblings in March 2024.

Moved by their tale of bravery, President Mnangagwa awarded Peace and Luckmore Magaya with scholarships and gave them US$5,000 each.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa personally met with the two siblings who rescued their mother from the crocodile. He pledged to cover their education expenses.

“Today I met two brave young heroes, Peace and Luckmore Magaya, from Mhondoro. They saved their mother from a crocodile attack. Inspired by their courage, I’ve taken on their education fees and awarded them $5,000 each. Let’s nurture such bravery and compassion in our youth,” President Mnangagwa announced on X (formerly Twitter).

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