Tragic Bus Accident Leaves 12 Dead and Several Injured Along Kabala–Freetown Highway

A tragic road accident in Koinadugu District has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, leaving families and the community in deep mourning.

Reports reaching our desk indicate that a bus transporting passengers from Kabala to Freetown was involved in the accident in the early hours of January 9, 2026, near the SSS Curve.

Eyewitnesses said the bus somersaulted twice, creating a devastating scene. Authorities are yet to confirm the exact number of casualties. Several passengers were reportedly injured and rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with families and friends struggling to come to terms with the tragedy.

Thoughts and prayers go out to the victims, their loved ones, and all those affected by this heartbreaking accident. Authorities have called for careful driving, especially on hazardous roads, as investigations into the cause of the crash continue.