A tragic bus collision in western Ivory Coast resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals and injuries to 28 others, as reported by the Ministry of Transport. The accident occurred on the Daloa-Issia road and prompted an investigation into the causes. Fatal traffic incidents are common in the country, with over 1,000 people losing their lives annually due to poor road conditions and traffic regulations. The government aimed to halve road fatalities by 2025.