DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 11 -- EVERY road death is a tragedy, but deaths caused by reckless driving are an outrage that demands immediate government action. Behind every victim is a grieving family, shattered dreams and a future stolen in seconds. How many more innocent lives must be lost before road madness is brought under control?

For instance, the Morogoro accident On Friday raises painful questions. Why did it have to happen? Could it have been prevented? While investigations must establish the facts, every road tragedy should remind us that negligence, excessive speed and contempt for traffic rules can turn ordinary journeys into disasters.

Worse, the bodaboda industry, which provides employment and essential transport services, appear...