The recent death of five people after a landmine explosion in northeastern Angola is a tragic reminder of the unenviable legacy of one of the longest conflicts in the continent.
Last week, a land cruiser carrying 13 people hit a landmine, presumed to be anti-tank, claiming the lives of the above-mentioned and injury to others on a road in Sayema district of Cacolo in the Lunda Sul Province.
The injured had to be hospitalised for polytrauma, chest and neck contusion, traumatic cephalic and fracture of the spine and ribs.
This is the second serious case of mine accident in the province.
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Source: All Africa