LIMPOPO – A light magnitude 2.4 earthquake was recorded in Limpopo in the early hours this morning (Friday, May 15), though no damage or injuries have been reported.

According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the quake struck at approximately 6:40AM.

The epicentre was located approximately 39km southwest of Praktiseer, a small mining town in the Sekhukhune District Municipality. The depth of the quake could not be precisely determined but is believed to be shallow, likely around 10km.

Despite the tremor, there have been no reports from residents of feeling any shaking. The South African Weather Service (SAWS), which also monitors seismic activity, has not issued any alerts or warnings related to the event.

Earthquakes of this magnitude are considered minor and occur occasionally in South Africa, often linked to mining activities or natural tectonic shifts in the region. A magnitude 2.4 quake is typically only detected by seismographs and is rarely felt by people on the surface.

Authorities have confirmed that no infrastructure damage or injuries have been reported in Praktiseer or surrounding areas such as Burgersfort or Ohrigstad.