Staff Reporter

Seven primary school pupils have been confirmed dead in a commuter omnibus fire accident that occured at Chirandu Business Centre, Senga, Gweru around 1430hours today.

Police confirmed the accident saying investigations are still in progress.

“ZRP confirms a tragic incident in which a kombi believed to have been carrying 24 school children caught fire on 10/06/26 at approximately 1430 hours at Chirandu Business Centre, Senga, Gweru. So far, seven people have been confirmed dead, while the number of injured persons is still being verified. Preliminary investigations indicate that the vehicle may have been carrying a jerry can of petrol at the time of the incident. Police are conducting comprehensive investigations to establish the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy. More details to be released in due course,” police said. More details to follow…