On February 3, 2026, at approximately 1:40 PM, a road accident occurred in the Kinyanja area, Karago Sector, Nyabihu District. The incident involved a Fuso truck traveling from Ngororero toward Mukamira. Upon reaching a sharp curve, the truck driver attempted to overtake another vehicle and collided with an oncoming pickup truck in its rightful lane, causing significant damage to both vehicles.
The Police Spokesperson for Road Safety, SP Emmanuel Kayigi, confirmed the incident.
“It is true that the The The Police Spokesperson for Road Safety, SP Emmanuel Kayigi, confirmed the incident.
Police Spokesperson for Road Safety, SP Emmanuel Kayigi, confirmed the incident.
accident happened. Fortunately, there were no fatalities or visible injuries. However, three individuals who were in the pickup truck were taken to Ruhengeri Hospital for medical examination to ensure they sustained no internal injuries,” SP Kayigi stated.
He added that the accident was caused by the Fuso driver’s reckless overtaking in a sharp curve.
SP Emmanuel Kayigi reminded all road users to avoid any form of negligence. He emphasized that the road is shared with others and that failing to exercise caution while overtaking leads to frequent and avoidable accidents.
“Let us protect our lives and the lives of others,” he concluded.
