By Burnett Munthali
On Saturday, 16 August 2025, a road accident occurred at Masintha Ground along the Lilongwe Area 23 road.
The accident involved an unregistered Lifani motorcycle operated by an unlicensed rider.
The motorcycle collided with the driver’s door of a Toyota 4×4 bearing registration number MG 188.
Fortunately, nobody was hurt or seriously injured in the incident.
The driver of the Toyota saw the oncoming motorcycle and stopped to give the rider a chance to pass.
However, the motorcycle failed to negotiate a corner and went straight into the car, which had already stopped to allow him to pass.
The impact resulted in minor scratches on the driver’s door of the Toyota.
The motorcycle operator, reportedly scared, avoided reporting the accident to the police.
This was largely because he lacked a driving license, and the motorcycle was unregistered, uninsured, and visibly old.
Concluding Analysis
This incident highlights the persistent risks posed by unlicensed and unregistered motorcycles on Malawian roads.
Even minor accidents can escalate if vehicles are uninsured or operators are unqualified, leaving both parties vulnerable.
It also underscores the need for stronger enforcement of road safety regulations, including registration, licensing, and insurance compliance.
While this accident resulted in only minor damage, similar incidents could have far more severe consequences if timely precautions and regulations are ignored.
Ultimately, road safety in Lilongwe and across Malawi depends not only on driver awareness but also on adherence to legal requirements that protect all road users.
