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3 killed in Binga landmine explosion
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A tragic landmine explosion in Binga claimed three lives Wednesday after a vehicle belonging to the Binga Rural District Council ran over an explosive believed to date back to the 1970s liberation war.
The incident occurred on the road connecting Mabwe and Sebungwe Narrows, near Simatelele under Chief Siachilaba. The explosion overturned the vehicle, which had six people onboard.
Among the deceased were a 14-year-old girl, who died instantly, and two men who succumbed to their injuries while being transported to Binga Rural District Hospital. The remaining passengers sustained injuries and were taken for medical attention.
Photos of the explosion site circulating on social media show the vehicle overturned and severely damaged.
Information Secretary Nick Mangwana confirmed the incident, stating:
"The explosion killed a 14-year-old girl on the spot and two men passed away in transit to Binga Rural District Hospital. The de-mining team from the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) is on the ground checking for other landmines within the vicinity."
The vehicle had reportedly been returning from Sebungwe Narrows, a conservancy managed by Binga Rural District Council Chief Executive Officer Joshua Muzamba, when the explosion occurred.
The tragedy highlights the lingering danger of landmines from the country's liberation war. Zimbabwe has maintained a demining program focused on clearing explosives, particularly in border areas. However, remnants of these hidden hazards continue to pose risks to communities.
Efforts by the ZNA's de-mining team are ongoing to ensure the area is safe and prevent further incidents.
The incident occurred on the road connecting Mabwe and Sebungwe Narrows, near Simatelele under Chief Siachilaba. The explosion overturned the vehicle, which had six people onboard.
Among the deceased were a 14-year-old girl, who died instantly, and two men who succumbed to their injuries while being transported to Binga Rural District Hospital. The remaining passengers sustained injuries and were taken for medical attention.
Photos of the explosion site circulating on social media show the vehicle overturned and severely damaged.
"The explosion killed a 14-year-old girl on the spot and two men passed away in transit to Binga Rural District Hospital. The de-mining team from the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) is on the ground checking for other landmines within the vicinity."
The vehicle had reportedly been returning from Sebungwe Narrows, a conservancy managed by Binga Rural District Council Chief Executive Officer Joshua Muzamba, when the explosion occurred.
The tragedy highlights the lingering danger of landmines from the country's liberation war. Zimbabwe has maintained a demining program focused on clearing explosives, particularly in border areas. However, remnants of these hidden hazards continue to pose risks to communities.
Efforts by the ZNA's de-mining team are ongoing to ensure the area is safe and prevent further incidents.
Source - NewZimbabwe
