Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has officially declared a State of Disaster following a horrific road accident on Friday, August 29, 2026, which claimed the lives of at least 27 members of the Mwazha Church. The tragic incident occurred along the Harare-Masvingo highway near Chivhu when a commuter omnibus collided head-on with a haulage truck.
Reports from the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) indicate that the minibus, carrying congregants, burst into flames upon impact, leading to the high fatality count. Emergency services and law enforcement were dispatched to the scene, with rescue efforts continuing into the night. The President’s declaration underscores the severity of the incident and mobilizes national resources to assist the victims and their families.
Key Players Involved
- President Emmerson Mnangagwa: Declared a State of Disaster.
- Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP): Investigating the cause of the fatal collision.
- Mwazha Church Congregants: The primary victims of the tragic accident.
Event Timeline
- August 29, 2026: Minibus-truck collision occurs on the Harare-Masvingo highway.
- Late August 29, 2026: President Mnangagwa declares a State of Disaster in response to the tragedy.
