An accident involving a bus in Limpopo, South Africa, resulted in at least 45 deaths and several injuries.
The report stated that “on the mountain pass between Mokopane and Marken in Limpopo, the bus went out of control, fell over a bridge, and caught fire.”
Followingthe horrible bus tragedy South Africa’s Minister of Transport, Sindisiwe Chikunga, extended condolences to the deceased families and the government of Botswana.
“We would really like to offer our sincere condolences to the families as well as the government and people of Botswana.
we will do everything in our power to help so that they can return to their country and be buried with dignity with their families.”
While this bus catastrophe occurs, Premier of Limpopo Stan Mathabatha advises drivers to exercise cautious.
Drivers are advised by Mathabatha to be alert and cautious, particularly when negotiating difficult road conditions.
“As they go through this unfathomable loss and sadness, my thoughts and prayers are with the families and loved ones of the victims, both in Botswana and South Africa.
I send my sincere sympathy and condolences to everyone impacted by this tragic event.In this trying moment, may they find courage, consolation, and strength,” he remarked.Mathabatha advised vigilance when driving throughout the province.
“Let us put safety and responsible driving first in order to stop these tragic collisions from happening in the future.All victims’ nationality was verified to be Botswana.
Additionally, police report that only 10 of the 34 victims that have been discovered so far can be identified.Searches for further bodies are ongoing by the authorities.The 8-year-old female passenger who is the surviving minor is being treated in a hospital.
There were fifteen men and thirty-one women on board, according to the passenger bus list provided by the owner, who is also a citizen of Botswana, according to the police.
