A devastating road accident has claimed at least eight lives this morning following a head-on collision involving a Delta bus travelling from Zimbabwe and a light motor vehicle on the N1 North, near Masekwa Brick, just outside Makhado.
Emergency services rushed to the scene and confirmed that several victims died on impact. Multiple passengers were injured, some critically, and were transported to nearby hospitals for urgent medical treatment. Authorities have not yet released the names of the deceased as next of kin are still being notified.
The crash caused major traffic disruptions along the busy N1 route as rescue teams worked for hours to clear the wreckage and begin investigations into the cause of the collision. Motorists have been urged to drive with caution, particularly on long-distance routes.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and loved ones affected by this tragic incident. More details will be shared as they become available.
