Mohale FM The Border Management Authority (BMA) says it has noted with deep sadness a serious bus accident that occurred near Beitbridge yesterday, involving a bus transporting foreign nationals for repatriation.
The bus, which was travelling from Durban to Musina, was carrying 65 passengers who were en route to be processed by the relevant authorities before being facilitated through the Beitbridge Port of Entry as part of the repatriation process.
Preliminary reports indicate that the driver of the bus tragically lost his life in the accident. Seven passengers sustained injuries and were attended to by emergency medical personnel before being transported for further medical treatment.
The Acting Commissioner of the Border Management Authority, Major General (Rtd) David Chilembe, has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the deceased driver.
