A horrific bus crash in Ethiopia has claimed 28 lives, making it the deadliest road accident in the country in a quarter of a century.
The incident occurred on a highway in the Oromia region when a passenger bus lost control and plunged into a ravine. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find survivors among the wreckage, but many victims were beyond help.
Preliminary investigations suggest the accident may have been caused by excessive speed, poor road conditions, or driver fatigue.
The Ethiopian government has expressed condolences to the families of the victims and promised a thorough inquiry.
Road accidents are a major public health problem in Ethiopia, often due to aging vehicles, weak enforcement of traffic laws, and dangerous roads.
The tragedy has sparked calls for urgent improvements in road safety measures and vehicle standards.
This incident underscores the broader challenge of transportation infrastructure in Africa.
