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A South Africa-bound coal truck overturned on the Bulawayo-Plumtree Highway, narrowly escaping disaster, after the driver reportedly dozed off at the wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The accident, which occurred at the 67km peg near Bulawayo, caused chaos on the highway, blocking the road and scattering coal debris everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“The truck veered off the road before flipping onto its side, leaving the highway littered with debris,” eyewitnesses described.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Miraculously, the unnamed driver was found alive, suffering only minor injuries, and was rushed to a nearby hospital in Bulawayo for treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incident sparked heated reactions on social media, with many calling for reforms in transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“This is why our roads are in such bad condition,” Tami commented. “Why transport coal to South Africa from Hwange via road? Our authorities are useless.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Others echoed similar sentiments, advocating for the revival of the railway line to alleviate pressure on roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Please help us convey information to the government to revive the railway line so that most cargo can go through the rail,” Kue pleaded. “Our roads are overwhelmed with trucks.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pana added, “How can coal be transported by road? Let’s fix our rail systems.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nyamasvisva chimed in, “All this bulk needs a rail network, that’s why we have challenges with roads rehabilitation every now and then.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for alternative transportation solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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