13:28

The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety has confirmed that the N1 North near Mount View Lodge has been cleared and is open to motorists following this morning’s fatal collision.

11:00

POLOKWANE – The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety said an investigation will probe whether reckless driving may have contributed to a fatal collision on the N1 North this morning (March 28).

A five-year-old girl and a female driver died on the scene after a collision between a heavy duty vehicle, a light duty vehicle and a sedan next to Mountain View after Witvlag.

Transport spokesperson Tidimalo Chuene said the driver of the heavy duty motor vehicle and two other passengers sustained injuries during the collision.

“This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for all road users to exercise caution and responsibility. The Department urges all road users to prioritise their safety and that of children, especially during peak travel periods,” Chuene said.

She added that the road remains closed for emergency services.

09:47

POLOKWANE – Motorists travelling between Louis Trichardt and Musina are advised to use alternative routes as the N1 is closed due to a multi-vehicle collision.

The Limpopo Department of Transport says the collision took place on the N1 near Louis Trichardt, next to Mountain View after Witvlag just before the tunnel.

“The road is currently closed for emergency services. Please exercise patience and caution,” transport spokesperson Tidimalo Chuene said.

She advised the following alternative routes:

Louis Trichardt to Musina:

• Turn right at Witvlag and continue until the side junction at Siloam.
• Turn left onto the R523 towards Dzanani and proceed straight to join the N1.

Musina to Louis Trichardt:

• Take the T-junction before the tunnel and turn left into Witvlag.

Chuene said details of the incident will be shared once received from officers at the scene.

This is a developing story.