A 15-year-old boy, Tayali Kabaso, tragically lost his life after being struck by lightning during a heavy rainstorm in Kitwe Zambia,on December 14, 2024.

According to Copperbelt Province Commanding Officer Peacewell Mweemba, Tayali was seeking shelter in a small grass-thatched kitchen with three other boys when the incident occurred around 17:30 hours in the Twalima area along Mufulira Road.

The three other boys were rushed to Chimwemwe Level 1 Hospital with chest pains and injuries, where they are currently being treated. Unfortunately, Tayali was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.

His body has been transferred to Kitwe Teaching Hospital Mortuary for further examination.