…Government to meet hospital bills
President Mnangagwa has expressed his condolences to the victims who perished in the SA-bound bus accident.
The fatal accident, which occurred in Limpopo Province, South Africa, on Sunday, claimed 40 people.
In his condolences, President said:
“It is with a deep sense of shock and grief that I learnt of the fatal road accident which claimed at least 40 people, who are drawn from different nationalities, including Zimbabwean citizens.
” That so many lives were lost in this incident once more urges us to ensure maximum diligence in the movement of our peoples, regardless of borders and differences in legislation. Life remains precious whenever it is lost and in whatever country.
“In view of increased cross-border movements in our SADC region, facilitated by our collective efforts towards a borderless community, it has become incumbent for traffic enforcement agencies across jurisdictions to collaborate more closely, and for our respective Governments to harmonise our legislation in respect of vehicular traffic.
“We appreciate and commend the support and cooperation of the Government of the Republic of South Africa in response to this tragic incident.
“On behalf of the Government of Zimbabwe, I wish to express my heartfelt condolences to the families of the bereaved commuters here in Zimbabwe and other SADC countries so affected.
“I have instructed the relevant Government Departments and Agencies in Zimbabwe to extend State Assistance towards the repatriation of the remains of Zimbabweans who perished in the accident, and to extend similar assistance towards their burial.
“In respect of the injured, the Government will meet all hospital bills.”
