Senegal road accident kills 16, injures 22

By AFP
September 10, 2024
The representational image of the image shows a general view of the scene of a bus accident in Kaffrine, central Senegal, on January 8, 2023. — Reuters
The representational image of the image shows a general view of the scene of a bus accident in Kaffrine, central Senegal, on January 8, 2023. — Reuters

DAKAR: At least 16 people were killed and 22 injured when a bus and a lorry collided in central Senegal early on Monday morning, the fire brigade told AFP.

The accident occurred around 6 am local time (0600 GMT) near the village of Ndangalma, a fire brigade official said, requesting anonymity. Road accidents are frequent in Senegal, mostly due to the poor condition of roads and vehicles, as well as reckless driving and corrupt officials responsible for enforcing the law or issuing driving licences.