South Africa Bus Crash Kills 40, Including Malawi, Zimbabwe Nationals!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

At least 40 people lost their lives in a devastating bus crash in South Africa, including citizens of Malawi and Zimbabwe, according to Limpopo Province transport authorities.

What Happened:

• The tragedy occurred when a passenger bus lost control and plunged down an embankment.
• The crash happened along the R518 road near Mokopane, in Limpopo Province, on Sunday night.
• Rescue workers say the bus caught fire after impact, worsening the death toll.

Victims:

• Many of the deceased were reportedly migrants or travelers heading to Johannesburg.
• Several bodies were badly burnt, complicating identification efforts.

Government Reaction:

• Limpopo’s Transport Minister, Florence Radzilani, described the incident as “one of the worst road tragedies in recent years.”
• Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause—speeding and brake failure are suspected.

Why It Matters:

• The crash raises renewed concerns about long-distance road travel safety in Southern Africa.
• Cross-border passenger vehicles are often overloaded and poorly maintained.

Citations:

1. eNCA – www.enca.com
2. News24 – www.news24.com
3. BBC Africa – www.bbc.com/africa

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