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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. <\/strong><\/span>The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has released the names of five of the nine victims who tragically lost their lives in a head-on collision near Beitbridge.<\/p>\n

ZRP spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the incident occurred on Saturday morning when a City bus, carrying 25 passengers, struck a donkey and veered into the path of a Blue Circle bus with 43 passengers on board.<\/p>\n

The fatal accident unfolded at the 267-kilometer peg along the Masvingo-Beitbridge Road on March 16, 2024, around 1:20 AM.<\/p>\n

Police said seven people died instantly, while two others succumbed to their injuries upon admission at Beitbridge District Hospital.<\/p>\n

39 individuals were injured, with nine referred to United Bulawayo Hospital, 12 admitted at Beitbridge District Hospital, and 18 treated and discharged.
\nThe victims\u2019 identities are as follows:<\/p>\n

1. Taurai Muketiwa: A male adult employed by Blue Circle Bus Company as an assistant driver.<\/p>\n

2. Mudarikwa Netsai (40): A female adult from Chegutu.<\/p>\n

3. Rangarirai Mbizvo (43): A female adult from Dulibadzimu, Beitbridge.<\/p>\n

4. Miriam Majengu: A female adult from Macheke.<\/p>\n

5. Clever Chikare: A male adult from Phase 2 Damafalls, Harare.<\/p>\n

The other four victims are yet to be identified by their next of kin. Added Assitant Comm Nyathi:<\/p>\n

The Zimbabwe Republic Police reiterates that motorists should observe stipulated speed limits and abide by the road rules and regulations to curb road accidents.<\/p>\n

Above all drivers are implored to avoid travelling at night as most road traffic accidents are recorded during this time due to visibility and observation challenges.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has released the names of five of the nine victims who tragically lost their lives in a head-on collision near Beitbridge. 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