Ethiopia: At least 71 killed in road accident
CNNDEC 30 2024
The accident represents a devastating loss for this local community in Ethiopia, with multiple families losing several members at once. Poor road conditions and winding terrain in the area created hazardous driving conditions that contributed to this tragic outcome.
Inadequate enforcement of vehicle safety regulations and overloading restrictions continue to plague Ethiopia's transportation system. The country's road safety standards remain significantly below international norms, with death rates more than three times higher than those in developed nations.