On October 9, 2026, Morogoro Regional Commissioner Queen Sendiga addressed the media and local government leaders, appealing to families of passengers from a Green Line bus that traveled from Dar es Salaam to Mbeya on October 8, 2026, to visit the Morogoro Regional Referral Hospital. This visit aims to assist in identifying the bodies of their relatives who lost their lives in the accidents. The government is working closely with the Government Chemist's Office to conduct specialized tests to identify badly damaged bodies.
The accidents occurred on October 8, 2026, involving a bus and a truck. In the first accident, 28 people died when the Dream Line bus collided with a truck in the Kikombe cha Chai area of Mkambalani, Morogoro. Among the victims, 26 were bus passengers, and two were in the truck. The truck was driven by 36-year-old Abdalla from Makambako, Njombe region.
A second accident occurred on the same day, resulting in the deaths of four people, including three police officers and one civilian. Seven others were injured when a BMW police car collided with an ATT company truck in the Miti Bora area of Magole, on the Morogoro-Dodoma highway. The police car was heading to Turiani, Mvomero district, and was driven by 37-year-old Sajini Abdallah Ramadhani.
The police car accident involved a truck traveling from Dar es Salaam to Tabora, driven by 32-year-old Juma Kasenge from Tabora. Authorities reported that the two accidents resulted in 32 fatalities and 37 injuries. Efforts are ongoing to address the aftermath and identify the bodies of those who lost their lives.
The government is urging cooperation from families to facilitate the identification process, which is crucial for providing accurate information about the victims. This process involves collaboration between various authorities, including the Government Chemist's Office, to ensure accurate identification through specialized tests.
The Morogoro Regional Commissioner emphasized the importance of family cooperation in identifying the victims, enabling them to obtain accurate information about their loved ones. The authorities continue to work on managing the situation and providing necessary support to those affected by the accidents.
The local community and families affected by these tragic events are encouraged to come forward and support the identification process. The authorities remain committed to handling the situation effectively and providing assistance to the victims' families.
Key points
- The government has called on families to assist in identifying bodies from the accidents.
- Two separate accidents in Morogoro resulted in 32 fatalities and 37 injuries.
- Authorities are working closely with the Government Chemist's Office for identification purposes.
