Sorrow as 2 Sisters Die in Grisly Boda Boda Accident
- Two sisters, identified as Sandra and Fri Mercy, died in tragic circumstances in the coastal town of Limbe
- The siblings died on the spot, while details the condition of an unidentified rider who was with them later emerged
- Social media users and friends expressed deep sorrow, calling for justice and improved road safety measures in the area
- TUKO.co.ke spoke to Jedida Wafula, a Nairobi-based psychologist who stated that people handle grief differently
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A family in Mbegwi has been thrown into mourning following the tragic loss of their two daughters.
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The siblings, identified as Sandra and Fri Mercy, lost their lives after the boda boda (motorbike taxi) they were travelling on was involved in a fatal accident.
The crash occurred on Sunday, June 29, in the coastal town of Limbe, in the Ngueme area, a busy neighbourhood in the South West region.
What happened to Mbegwi siblings?
Sandra and Mercy from North West Region of Cameroon were seated at the back of the motorcycle when a speeding vehicle collided with them, killing both on the spot.
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According to Mimi Mefo Info, the motorbike rider sustained serious injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment.
Witnesses, who described the accident as horrifying, reported that the child of a prominent Limbe-based businessman and football entrepreneur drove the vehicle which hit the motorcycle.
However, as of press time, the police had yet to release official details regarding the accident or the driver's identity.
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How do parents handle sudden loss of their children?
TUKO.co.ke spoke to Jedida Wafula, a Nairobi-based psychologist who stated that people handle grief differently.
She noted that some parents may fall into prolonged and intense depression and stop going about their daily routine.
Others she noted would withdraw from their friends and have conversations about joining their children or even dying.
“They may need therapy to help manage the grief because the more the feelings build up, the more it gets worse, especially when it’s a case of depression,” she shared.
Netizens mourn victims of Limbe accident
Netizens expressed sorrow following the deaths, with many sending messages of condolences to the bereaved family.
Enongene King:
"It's bad. This is hard to bear—two young girls from the same family. It’s a tragedy. My condolences to the family and friends."
Enizion Branivel:
"Oh my God! The rate at which young people are dying nowadays leaves me wondering what the future will look like. RIP, beauties. May God console their family."
Etame Grace:
"All of this feels like a dream to me. Seeing my coursemate lying hopelessly, you were going into your final year, and then this happened. It’s so sad, after all the sacrifices and school stress, up and down. Chaii, Sandra, I can’t believe this. May God accept your soul and that of your sister, and comfort the entire family."
Marcel Dagreat:
"I would advise the local community in that area to install speed bumps, because the government will never do that. The speed at which drivers travel on that road is alarming."
Kimberly Brook:
"The person responsible is well known. Last night, after partying in a nightclub in Limbe, he drove home completely drunk. He crashed into the motorcycle, killing all three passengers, including the two young women and the 20-year-old rider. The matter is being covered up in Limbe since the drunk driver is the son of a billionaire."
Company mourns Fri Mercy
After the sudden news of Fri Mercy and her sister's deaths, the company where one of the sisters worked, penned a heartwarming message while announcing her death.
Fri Mercy's employer, Irebuild Africa, took to Facebook to eulogise her as a hardworking employee who was more than just a team member in the organisation.
"Mercy was more than just a team member at Irebuild Africa. She was a light, a fighter, and a passionate advocate for change. Her unwavering dedication to empowering young girls and women through our programs left a powerful mark on every life she touched," the company statement indicated.
It said that she believed in the power of transformation, and he worked tirelessly to make every girl feel seen, heard, and capable, as was the organisation's goal.
"Her compassion, strength, and creativity shaped the soul of our work, and her absence leaves an irreplaceable void. We honour her memory by continuing the mission she so passionately gave herself to. We will carry her light with us, and we will rebuild with love, purpose, and in her name," the statement read.
Tanzanian family dies in horrific road crash
In other news, TUKO.co.ke reported that a family in Ngusero, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, was thrown into mourning after four of its members died in a road accident.
The four, along with six of their neighbours, were travelling to a wedding in Moshi when the minibus they were in collided head-on with another bus before bursting into flames.
The grisly crash claimed the lives of 38 people in total and left 29 others nursing injuries.
Racheal Nyaguthie, HoD Human Interest, added details of company mourning Fri Mercy.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
