Cape Verde Bus Crash on Fogo Island left at least 25 people reported dead after a bus carrying mostly young students went off the road and fell into a rocky ravine on Saturday, September 5, 2026. The bus was carrying mostly young students when it left the road near Campanas de Cima and fell into a rocky ravine. Several others were injured, including four who were reportedly in serious condition.
What Happened on Fogo Island?
A bus crash occurred on Fogo Island, Cape Verde, at around 9 p.m. on Saturday, September 5. The bus was carrying students when it left the road near Campanas de Cima and fell into a deep ravine.
Reports cited in this article said the bus was carrying 32 people, most of them children and teenagers. They were returning from a trip to Chã das Caldeiras.
According to the reports cited in this article, the trip was reportedly organized by the bus driver. However, it is not yet known exactly what caused the bus to veer off the road and into the ravine.
At least 25 people were reported dead, including the bus driver.
Rescue and recovery efforts began after the crash. The rocky terrain made the crash site difficult to reach.
Cape Verde Bus Crash: Death Toll and Injuries
The mayor of São Filipe, NuÃas Silva, was reported to have confirmed the death toll on Saturday.
Local authorities began working to rescue injured passengers and recover those who died in the crash. Some were thrown from the bus, while others were trapped inside, according to reports.
Several injured people were reportedly taken to São Francisco de Assis Regional Hospital. Four were reported to be in serious condition.
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One report cited in the original draft said that seven victims were buried soon after the crash because of the condition of their bodies.
How Many People Died in the Cape Verde Bus Crash?
Here are the key details reported by local authorities and news organizations:
At least 25 people were reported dead after the crash, including the bus driver. Reports said the bus was carrying 32 people when it left the road near Campanas de Cima and fell about 30 metres (100 feet) into a rocky ravine. Several people were injured, including four who were reportedly in serious condition. The exact cause of the crash had not been confirmed in the information available for this article.
This article is based on reporting and statements from the Associated Press, local media and the authorities cited in the original draft.
Official Response
The São Filipe Municipal Council said that the local health department, the National Police, the Municipal Volunteer Fire Department and other relevant authorities were working together at the scene.
Authorities also expressed their support for the families affected by the accident.
Cape Verdean President José Maria Neves was reported to have expressed his condolences to the families, friends and people of Fogo Island affected by the crash.
What Is Known About the Cause?
The cause of the crash had not been confirmed in the information provided for this article. Further investigation may clarify how the bus left the road and fell into the ravine.
Cape Verde is observing two days of national mourning to remember the victims of the disaster. Local authorities have also expressed their support for the families of the victims.
Further updates may clarify the number of dead and injured, the rescue effort and the cause of the crash.
Sources
- Associated Press — Reporting on the crash
- Expresso das Ilhas — Reporting on the crash
- A Nação — Reporting on the crash
- Demócrata — Reporting on the crash
- São Filipe Municipal Council — Official statement
- Cape Verdean President José Maria Neves — Statement
- The U.K. Sun — Reporting on the crash
