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Disaster · Mkambarani, Morogoro · Tanzania ·

Bus-truck collision and fire kills 28 in Tanzania

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 8, 8:00 PM ET

A passenger bus hit a truck in Mkambarani in Morogoro Region and burst into flames, killing 28 people.

Why it matters

The crash highlights road safety risks on one of East Africa's busiest transport corridors.

Background

Road accidents are a leading cause of death in Tanzania. Morogoro lies on the main highway linking Dar es Salaam to the interior.

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