Kavango West – Tragedy struck Gcwagi village in the Musese Constituency on Friday when two boys, Fabian Kandjimi Haitewa (20) and Matheus Mayavero Sirungi (14), were fatally struck by lightning. The incident occurred at approximately 17h00 while they were walking to fetch water during a thunderstorm.
According to reports, the two boys were part of a group of five who were headed to a community tap when lightning struck, killing Haitewa and Sirungi instantly. The other three boys sustained injuries and were rushed to Bunya Health Centre, where they are reported to be in stable condition.
Local authorities have confirmed that the next of kin have been informed, and the community has been left in shock and mourning.