Zambia Road Safety Trust (ZRST) expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the 24 individuals who lost their lives in a tragic road accident on May 13, 2023. Our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by this heartbreaking incident.

The accident occurred when a Mitsubishi Rosa Bus carrying 35 passengers collided with a Freightliner Truck at Kapiringozi area along Chirundu – Kafue road. The deceased are believed to be members of the New Apostolic Church in Chongwe District who were traveling to attend a Church Service in Siavonga District.

The ZRST is deeply concerned by the increasing number of road accidents in Zambia, and this latest incident is a stark reminder of the urgent need for measures to improve road safety. It is imperative that all stakeholders work together to prevent such accidents from happening in the future.

We urge the authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident and take appropriate action to prevent similar tragedies in the future. We also call on all road users to exercise caution and adhere to traffic rules and regulations at all times.

The ZRST remains committed to working with the government and other stakeholders to improve road safety in Zambia. We will continue to advocate for measures to enhance road safety and reduce the number of accidents on our roads.

We extend our deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of the victims of this tragic accident and stand ready to offer our support in any way we can.