In a tragic incident that has rocked the community of Kumasi, Ghana, a fatal motor accident claimed the lives of two individuals and left several others injured on the morning of October 15, 2023. The collision occurred along the Kumasi-Accra highway, a vital route connecting the capital city to the Ashanti Region, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety in the country. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash, which has reignited calls for improved traffic management and stricter enforcement of road safety regulations across Ghana.
The Incident: What Happened on the Kumasi-Accra Highway?
The accident took place at approximately 7:45 a.m. near the Bonwire junction, a busy area known for its weaving communities and roadside markets. According to eyewitness reports and police statements, a Toyota Hiace minibus was traveling from Kumasi towards Accra when it collided head-on with a loaded cargo truck heading in the opposite direction. The impact was severe, causing both vehicles to overturn and burst into flames, trapping passengers and drivers inside.
Rescue teams and local residents quickly arrived at the scene, attempting to extricate the victims from the wreckage. Despite their efforts, two individuals—believed to be the driver of the minibus and a passenger—succumbed to their injuries before they could be transported to the hospital. Several others sustained critical injuries and were rushed to the
