A horrific road accident occurred on Thursday morning in Mali, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 14 lives. The collision involved a bus and a truck near the town of Fana, located east of the capital Bamako.
The incident took place around 6:00 AM local time (0600 GMT) on a major roadway. According to the transport ministry, the bus was traveling from Fana to Bamako, while the truck was heading in the opposite direction.
The exact circumstances of the crash remain under investigation. However, authorities have confirmed that 29 people were injured in addition to the fatalities.
Road accidents are a pervasive issue in West Africa, and Mali is no exception. Factors contributing to these tragic events often include the poor condition of roads and vehicles, as well as human error.
Just last month, another deadly bus collision occurred in central Mali, claiming the lives of 16 people.
As authorities continue to investigate this latest incident, the nation mourns the loss of those killed and extends condolences to the affected families.