ADDIS ABABA, March 31 (Xinhua) -- At least three people were killed and 16 others injured in a traffic accident in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa, on Monday morning, local authorities confirmed Tuesday.
The accident occurred when a minibus carrying 19 people lost control and overturned while traveling downhill around the Lamberet neighborhood of Addis Ababa, killing three people, the Addis Ababa Police said.
Noting that survivors are receiving medical treatment at nearby health facilities, police said that an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the accident.
Police noted that the minibus was overloaded and urged public transport operators to strictly follow city traffic regulations to ensure passenger safety.
The accident is the latest in a series of deadly traffic incidents in Ethiopia, often linked to reckless driving, weak law enforcement, and poor road conditions.
With vehicle numbers rising alongside the country's growing economy and expanding middle class, experts call for stricter safety enforcement and a more rigorous licensing system to prevent future accidents.
