FOUR people have died in a road traffic accident that occurred, January 11, 2026 on the Chirundu–Kafue road in Kapiringozi area.
The accident happened after the driver failed to negotiate a curve due to excessive speed, causing the vehicle to leave the road, enter a ditch and overturn.
Police spokesperson Godfrey Chilabi said in a statement that the fatal accident involved an Iveco truck, registration number AJC 386, which was transporting building materials and was being driven by Emmanuel Shanyinde, aged 45, of Chipata Compound in Lusaka.
He said the motor vehicle was heading towards Chirundu.
Mr Chilabi said the driver had three male passengers on board.
He said one of the passengers has been identified as Emmanuel Kasweka, aged 43, of SOS area in Lusaka, while the other two are yet to be identified but are believed to be aged between 28 and 35.
“Tragically, the driver and all three passengers sustained fatal injuries and died on the spot.
“All four bodies have been deposited at Mtendere Mission Hospital mortuary for identification and post-mortem examinations,” Mr Chilabi said.
He said preliminary investigations indicate that the accident occurred after the driver failed to negotiate a curve due to excessive speed, causing the vehicle to leave the road, enter a ditch and overturn.
Mr Chilabi said investigations into the matter are ongoing.
“The Zambia Police Service urges all motorists to strictly observe road traffic regulations, particularly speed limits, to prevent road traffic accidents and safeguard lives,” he said.