Minibus Fire, Explosion on Zimbabwe Highway Kills 18
At least 18 people were killed when a commuter omnibus erupted in flames and exploded on the Bulawayo-Beitbridge Highway, authorities confirmed.
At least 18 people were killed when a commuter omnibus erupted in flames and exploded on the Bulawayo-Beitbridge Highway, authorities confirmed.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) said the deadly incident occurred between Chipangali and the Gwanda tollgate. Officials added that more information will be released as investigations progress. The cause of the blaze and subsequent explosion remains undetermined, and it is still unclear how many passengers were on board.
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The Bulawayo-Beitbridge Road, a key artery linking Zimbabwe to South Africa, is among the country’s busiest and has a grim history of fatal crashes. President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared a State of Disaster following a horrific road accident.