Tragic Bus Crash in Central Morocco Claims 24 Lives, Ignites Urgent Calls for Road Safety Reforms

 In one of the deadliest accidents to occur in North Africa, a tragic bus crash in central Morocco has claimed the lives of at least 24 people, with several others sustaining injuries. The incident took place when a minibus, carrying passengers en route to the weekly market in the small town of Demnate, overturned at a curve.

Local authorities, along with the Royal Gendarmerie and Civil Protection, immediately responded to the scene to initiate rescue operations. This devastating accident, which took place in the province of Azilal, has been marked as one of the deadliest incidents in recent years in Morocco.

An investigation has been launched in order to determine the cause of the crash, as authorities strive to uncover any contributing factors. Such incidents highlight the importance of road safety and the desperate need for measures to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future. Sadly, this is not the first time Morocco has witnessed such a catastrophic event.

Last year, a bus crash claimed the lives of 23 people in the eastern city of Casablanca, further emphasizing the need for improved safety precautions and stricter adherence to road regulations. Furthermore, in 2015, a collision between a semi-trailer truck and a bus carrying young athletes resulted in the tragic deaths of 33 individuals in southern Morocco.

As the rescue operation continues and the investigation unfolds, the entire nation mourns the loss of these innocent lives. Morocco, like many countries around the world, faces ongoing challenges in curbing road accidents, which claim thousands of lives each year. It is imperative that immediate action be taken to address this pressing issue and implement measures to ensure the safety of all road users.