On a recent evening in Soweto, a suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa, a taxi driver was set alight by a mob of angry residents. The incident occurred after the driver was accused of killing a young girl in the community.
According to eyewitnesses, the girl was crossing the street when the taxi driver, who was reportedly speeding, hit her with his vehicle. She died on the spot. Enraged by the tragedy, a group of local residents tracked down the driver and set his car and himself on fire.
The police were called to the scene, but by the time they arrived, the driver had already sustained serious injuries. He was rushed to the hospital but later died from his wounds.
The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from community leaders, who are calling for justice for the girl and her family. They have also urged residents to refrain from taking the law into their own hands, and to instead allow the police to conduct a proper investigation.
The police have launched a manhunt for the suspects involved in the attack and have urged anyone with information to come forward.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution and respect the rules of the road. It also highlights the ongoing problem of vigilantism in South Africa and the need for swift and effective justice.
The death of this young girl is a devastating loss for her family and the community, and our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time.
Mboma Mboma 
Mseveni