Eight years after the Karatu school bus tragedy in Tanzania, the nation still mourns the 32 children, two teachers, and driver lost on May 6, 2017, when a bus from Lucky Vincent Primary School plunged into a ravine during a rainy morning trip. The crash, caused by worn brakes and bald tires, sparked nationwide grief and outrage, leading to criminal charges, stricter safety regulations, annual bus inspections, and mandatory seat belts. A memorial park now stands at the site, where families gather each year to honor the victims. The disaster transformed sorrow into lasting reform, ensuring safer roads for Tanzania’s children and keeping the memory of those lost alive through action and vigilance.
