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Angola: Explosion Victims in Luena Discharged From Hospital

[ANGOP] Luena -- The six children who were victims of an explosive device blast recently in the Alto Luena neighborhood, in the province of Moxico, have been discharged from the hospital following their recovery process.

Luena — Six children who were victims of an explosive device blast in the Alto Luena neighborhood of Moxico province have been discharged from the hospital following their recovery, according to the Moxico General Hospital's clinical director, Paulo António. The children had undergone surgery and are now in stable condition, allowing them to return to outpatient treatment.

The tragic incident occurred when the children, playing near a military zone, discovered the explosive device and detonated it with a machete. Tragically, a 10-year-old child lost their life at the scene, while the remaining six victims were rushed to the Moxico General Hospital for treatment. AllAfrica reports that the explosion took place as the children were exploring the area, highlighting the dangers posed by unsecured military zones.

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