Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, Hon Advocate Felix Tapiwa Mhona, extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the tragic road accident near Fairmile Hotel in Gweru on Wednesday 7 May 2025.
He passed his condolences through a statement issued by the Ministry, expressing sympathy to the families of the victims of the tragic road accident in Gweru.
“It is with deep sorrow and sadness that i have received news of the fatal road traffic crash that occurred yesterday morning in Gweru near Fairmile Hotel. Tragically, five people died whilst 21 others were injured when the driver of a bus belonging to Hungwe Coaches failed to navigate through a traffic circle,” said Hon Mhona through the statement.
The Minister further stated that preliminary investigations into the accident revealed that the driver had lost control of the bus, resulting in the crash, with excessive speed believed to be a possible contributing factor.
Hon Mhona expressed profound grief with the bereaved families, lamenting the tragic loss of beloved ones, and conveyed the nation’s heartfelt sympathies, urging all citizens to join in commiserating with the affected families during this difficult time.
“During this somber period, we call upon the whole nation to commiserate with the affected families, at a time when we wish a speedy recovery for the injured. On behalf of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development and on my own behalf, i convey our deepest condolonces to all the bereaved families,” he said.
Minister Mhona urged all transport operators, motorists, and members of the public to strictly adhere to road traffic rules and regulations, and to exercise utmost caution while on the roads to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.
He warned the public saying,”Whilst authorities are still investigating the causes of the crash. I wish to remind to remind and warn all transport operators, motorists, and members of the public that the Ministry will take stern measures to preserve the safety and security of the commuting public”.
The Minister concluded by urging all traffic agencies to be on high alert, enforce road traffic laws rigorously, and take proactive measures to suppress road accidents and ensure safer roads for all users.
Story by Jeremiah Gora
