A tragic road accident in Rulindo District claimed the life of a bride and left nine other people injured after a minibus carrying wedding attendees overturned on Saturday morning.
The crash occurred on February 14, 2026, at around 9:30 a.m. in Gashoro village, Tumba Sector.
According to the spokesperson of the Rwanda National Police Traffic and Road Safety Department, Rwanda National Police Superintendent of Police Emmanuel Kayigi, the vehicle involved was a Toyota Hiace minibus transporting people heading to a wedding ceremony at Tumba Parish.
He explained that the accident happened when the driver attempted to negotiate a sharp curve at high speed.
“The Hiace minibus was carrying passengers going to Tumba Parish. When it reached Gashoro village, the driver, due to speeding on a curved section of the road, lost control, hit the roadside embankment, and the vehicle overturned. One person died instantly, and nine others were injured,” he said.
Emergency services responded quickly, and the injured victims were rushed to nearby medical facilities. Some were taken to Tumba Health Centre, while others were transferred to Nemba Hospital for further treatment.
Police said investigations into the accident are ongoing.
SP Kayigi urged drivers to remain cautious and respect speed limits, emphasizing that most road accidents result from human behavior.
He reminded motorists that reckless driving can have devastating consequences.
“What is needed is careful driving, respecting speed limits, and remembering that once life is lost or an accident happens, whatever you were rushing for no longer matters,” he said.
He also encouraged road users to continue supporting the national road safety campaign “Turindane Tugereyo Amahoro,” which promotes responsible driving and accident prevention.
KIGALI TIMES