Staff Reporter
The Passengers Association of Zimbabwe (PAZ) has strongly condemned the violent robbery that occurred on a Delta bus travelling from Johannesburg to Bulawayo, which left two passengers dead and several others injured and traumatised.
In a statement issued by the association’s national coordinator, Tafadzwa Goliati, PAZ described the incident as “horrific” and called for urgent and coordinated action from both South African and Zimbabwean authorities to address rising cases of cross-border crime.
“We condemn in the strongest possible terms the brutal attack which resulted in the loss of two innocent lives and left many others traumatised,” Goliati said. “This tragedy is a stark reminder of the dangers our passengers face on a daily basis.”
PAZ extended condolences to the families of the deceased and wished a speedy recovery to those who sustained injuries.
The organisation also expressed solidarity with the survivors who are struggling to cope with the psychological impact of the attack.
Goliati said the incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced security measures on regional transport routes.
“We urge the relevant authorities to take immediate action to ensure the safety and security of passengers travelling across borders,” he said.
PAZ also appealed to bus operators to prioritise passenger safety by adopting stronger security systems.
“We call upon all bus operators to take necessary precautions to protect their passengers, including installing security cameras and GPS tracking devices on their buses,” Goliati said.
The association further demanded justice for the victims, urging authorities to bring the perpetrators to account.
“We stand in solidarity with the victims and their families and demand justice for this heinous crime,” Goliati said.
The Delta Bus robbery has sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls for regional cooperation to improve security along cross-border transport corridors, where armed robberies targeting long-distance travellers have become increasingly frequent.
