Eight people were killed in a collision involving a minibus taxi and a truck on the N4 Toll Road between Ngodwana and Waterval Onder in Mpumalanga this morning (June 16).

Lowvelder reports that, according to the spokesperson for the Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Moeti Mmusi, a minibus taxi and a truck collided while travelling in the direction of Mbombela.

Mmusi confirmed that eight people were declared dead at the scene, while one person sustained serious injuries and was rushed to hospital.

“According to reports, both vehicles were travelling towards Mbombela when they were involved in the accident. The minibus taxi has a Mozambican registration, and we are still trying to verify the identities of the deceased. Motorists are advised to avoid the road to prevent delays as emergency personnel continue recovery operations,” said Mmusi.

Emergency services, law enforcement officials and traffic authorities responded swiftly to the scene.

Recovery and clearing operations are expected to cause significant traffic disruptions along the route.

Mmusi added that the cause of the collision remains under investigation.

Lowvelder will provide more information as it becomes available.

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