More than 20 people sustained injuries and one person died in a multi-vehicle accident on the KaNyamazane road near the University of Mpumalanga turn-off.

The accident occurred today, August 28, at about 19:00.

According to Martin Jeffrey of Emer-G-Med, they received a call via Zello about an accident involving two minibus taxis, a light motor vehicle and a stationary truck.

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“Upon our arrival at the scene, multiple patients were found and additional emergency personnel was requested. More than 20 patients were treated at the scene and transported to various hospitals in Mbombela for further medical treatment. One person was declared dead at the scene,” he said.

The spokesperson for the Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Moeti Mmusi, said the road is currently closed to allow emergency personnel to clear the scene.

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“At this stage we don’t know the cause of the accident, however, an investigation is underway to determine such. We are appealing to motorists to always drive with caution on the roads to avoid accidents. We understand that it is a month-end weekend and most people have received their salaries. Others are welcoming spring, and they consume alcohol and get on the road while they are drunk,” he said.

Mmusi said motorists need to respect the rules and not drink and drive because they endanger themselves and other road users.
He also sent messages of condolence to the deceased’s families and wished a speedy recovery to those who were injured.