Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona has extended his condolences to the families of 16 people who lost their lives in two separate road accidents on 26 and 27 May 2025.
On 26 May, four people were killed when a bus collided with a tractor at the 34 km peg along the Masvingo-Mbalabala Road.
The following day, 12 more lives were tragically lost in a three-vehicle collision at the 200 km peg along the Harare-Bulawayo Road. Said Mhona:
We mourn the demise of men and women who perished in the crashes. Our thoughts are with all the families of the people who were killed in the crashes and our prayers are with those injured as they continue to receive treatment and care. We wish them speedy recuperation.
Mhona said these tragic crashes serve as a reminder for all transport operators, motorists, and the public to follow road traffic rules and exercise caution while driving. He added:
It is concerning to note that one of the vehicles that crashed was overloaded with passengers, thus, a wanton and blatant violation of our road traffic rules and regulations.
I wish to remind and warn all transport operators, motorists, and members of the public that the Ministry will take stern measures to preserve the safety and security of the commuting public.
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