Ramaphosa backs Zambian victims

President Cyril Ramaphosa has sent a message of condolence to his Zambian counterpart Edgar Lungu following the death of 11 Zambians in a bus accident on Monday, outside Mookgopong, in Limpopo.

Ramaphosa said the thoughts of the South African people are with the people of Zambia, particularly the families that have lost their loved ones. He also wished all the injured victims a speedy recovery.

South African law enforcement agencies are investigating the cause of the accident.

Working with Zambian authorities through their high commission in Pretoria, the government would provide assistance to the injured and the families of all the deceased, a statement from the presidency said.

Fraternal relations between South Africa and Zambia were cemented when the ANC established its headquarters in Lusaka during the anti-apartheid struggle for liberation. – ANA