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  • Tuesday, 17 September 2024

"Tragedy Strikes Due to Poor Road Conditions: Pregnant Woman Forced to Give Birth on Dangerous Road"

In a heartbreaking event that highlights the urgent need for infrastructure improvement, a pregnant woman from Ninkeroro village in Sierra Leone’s Tonkolili District tragically lost her baby after giving birth on a hazardous road. Traveling by motorbike to reach medical care in Magburaka, she faced extreme difficulty as the road between Bumbuna and Magburaka was in a terrible state, full of deep potholes and thick mud.

 

The woman went into labor during the journey, and without access to medical assistance, her situation worsened. Despite desperate efforts from those with her, the baby did not survive. 

 

This incident has sparked renewed calls for better infrastructure in the area. The road’s poor condition has long been a concern for local residents, who have repeatedly appealed for improvements but have seen little action. Local authorities and government officials have been criticized for their failure to address these issues, which continue to endanger lives.

 

Community leaders are urging for immediate intervention, emphasizing that this is not just a matter of convenience but a vital necessity to prevent further tragedies. The tragic loss has become a powerful reminder of the human cost of neglecting essential infrastructure, with residents demanding meaningful reforms to ensure safe access to medical care and essential services.

 

The event serves as a call to action, with hopes that authorities will take swift and effective steps to repair and maintain the roads to avoid future incidents.

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