ER24 paramedics responded to the scene and found the young girl lying on the side of the road, surrounded by members of the public.

Paramedics assessed the patient and found that she was in a critical condition, having sustained severe injuries to her legs and head.

Paramedics treated the young patient and provided her with advanced life support interventions.

The patient was airlifted by the AMS helicopter to Polokwane Hospital for further medical treatment.

The cause of the collision is not yet known but local authorities were on scene for further investigations.