A tragic head‑on collision between two sedans on the N4 toll road between Machadodorp and Belfast claimed seven lives early Saturday morning around 01h00. One occupant remains seriously injured and is receiving treatment at a Belfast hospital.
The cause is still under investigation, but preliminary indications point to dangerous overtaking and excessive speed as possible factors. Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Mr Jackie Macie, reiterated the province’s call for motorists to be extremely vigilant, especially at night when visibility is reduced. He also urged drivers to take regular breaks on long trips.
"We are again appealing to motorists to be extremely vigilant especially at night when visibility is reduced. Roads are shared spaces and drivers must do all in their might to prevent needless loss of life from deadly crashes," he stated.
MEC Macie extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wished the injured a swift recovery.
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Issued by the Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison.
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