9 People Killed in Mpumalanga Crash

Yet another horror crash has this time left nine people dead on the N11 between Hendrina and Middelburg in Mpumalanga, said the spokesperson for the MEC for Community Safety in the province.

Moeti Mmusi said that at about 16:30, a minibus believed to be transporting mine employees and an articulated truck collided head-on.

Eight of the nine people killed in the minibus were burnt beyond recognition.

The drivers of both vehicles were stabilised and then taken to hospital for further treatment.

"The MEC Gabsile Shabalala is shocked by this accident," said Mmusi. "The N11 seems to be becoming more deadly."

The road was closed for several hours to allow for authorities to tend to the scene, and was later partially reopened as a stop-and-go.