Reckless Driving: ‘Waka Fine Bus’ Hits Pregnant Woman in Freetown

A pregnant woman was seriously injured today after being struck by a government-operated Waka Fine bus on Rawdon Street in central Freetown, highlighting escalating concerns over the recklessness of these bus operators.

Witnesses report that the driver’s reaction to the incident was alarmingly hostile, leading to further chaos as bystanders attempted to document the scene. The injured woman was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where her condition remains unknown.

The incident has sparked renewed public outrage over the aggressive and hazardous behavior of Waka Fine bus drivers, who operate under government authority. Citizens allege that these drivers often act with impunity, shielded by their government affiliation and with little fear of repercussion.

“This is not an isolated incident,” one witness stated. “These buses are notorious for disregarding traffic laws and putting lives at risk. It’s only getting worse because the drivers feel untouchable.”

Public frustration is further fueled by what many view as a dismissive response from law enforcement. When reports of reckless or dangerous driving by Waka Fine operators are brought to the police, victims and witnesses say they are often told that “it’s a government bus,” with officials suggesting that pressing charges against government-affiliated drivers is either futile or discouraged.

In response, residents are calling for immediate government intervention to curb the apparent lawlessness of these bus operators. Local activists and citizens alike are demanding accountability from both the Ministry of Transport and the Sierra Leone Police, insisting that safety on Freetown’s streets cannot be sacrificed to bureaucratic privilege.

“We need action now,” one concerned citizen said. “The government must prioritize the safety of its people over protecting careless drivers. If this continues unchecked, more lives will be at risk.”