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Four people were killed in a head-on collision between two light motor vehicles on the R541 between Lochiel and Badplaas on Sunday, 8 November 2026. The deceased include three males and one female, including both drivers. They all died at the scene. One female passenger was critically injured and is currently receiving medical treatment at Embuleni Hospital.
The cause of the crash has not yet been established. The investigation is already underway, but reckless and negligent driving cannot be ruled out at this stage.
Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Mr Jackie Macie, is sending condolences to the bereaved families and also wished the injured a speedy recovery.
The MEC went on to encourage motorists to always choose life when on the road. “Motorists must choose to be responsible by driving in such a way that they make their lives and those of other road users a priority. They must obey the rules and also adjust their driving in line with prevailing…
