1. A National Tragedy
On May 6, 2017, Tanzania faced one of its darkest days when a school bus from Lucky Vincent Primary School
“veered off a rain-soaked road” in Karatu and fell into a ravine.
Thirty-two students, two teachers, and the driver died, leaving the nation in shock.
2. A Day Meant for Promise
The children were on their way to a mock national exam—“a milestone that marked their growing sense of purpose.”
Families and teachers had prepared proudly, never imagining the day would end in loss.
3. Grief and Unity
Communities gathered, places of worship opened for prayer, and the school created memorials.
Tanzania mourned the children’s potential—“future professionals, leaders, and loved ones” whose lives were cut short.
4. Lasting Impact
The tragedy pushed the government to strengthen school transport safety and improve risky roads.
Eight years later, the accident stands as a symbol of remembrance and the resolve to protect children.
