Ladysmith Gazette Local news

Child injured in Farquhar Road crash

The scene has been cleared.

January 15, 2026

Minenhle Hlatshwayo Less than a minute

A child was injured in a crash in Farquhar Road this afternoon (January 15).

According to bystanders, two cars collided while one of the vehicles was making a U-turn.

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Only slight injuries were reported.

Public Safety, Sharaj Ambulance Services, ER24 and Dave’s Towing Services responded to the scene.

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January 15, 2026

Minenhle Hlatshwayo Less than a minute

Minenhle Hlatshwayo

Minenhle Tholinhlanhla Hlatshwayo is an experienced journalist for both the Ladysmith Gazette and Eyethu uThukela local newspapers. He holds a Law Degree (LLB) and a Diploma in Journalism. Before joining the media, he did his internship at the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Treasury in the Communications unit. He is especially interested in local political stories, and also a variety of community and social stories