Dludla appeared at the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates’ Court in Vaal outside Gauteng on Thursday.

National Prosecuting Authority Spokesperson Lumka Mahanjana said Dludla is facing 14 counts of murder, three counts of attempted murder, as well as charges of operating a motor vehicle without a certificate of fitness, driving without a professional driving permit and operating an unlicensed motor vehicle.

“It is alleged that on 19 January 2026, the accused was driving a scholar transport vehicle on the R553 Golden Highway, transporting 16 learners, when he allegedly collided head-on with an oncoming truck.

“The collision resulted in the deaths of 14 learners, while two learners and the truck driver sustained injuries.

In court, the accused elected not to be released on bail. The matter was postponed to 05 March 2026 for further investigations,” said Mahanjana.

Dludla will be reminded in custody.

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Two people have died following a collision between a VW Polo and a minibus taxi on Graceland Road near Boom 3 near Secunda in the early hours of this morning.

The crash, which occurred at around 04h00, is alleged to have happened after the VW Polo lost control and collided with the taxi.

Both victims were declared dead at the scene. Graceland Road remains closed as emergency services attend to the incident.

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The collision, which happened on Sunday night, involved a minibus taxi and an SUV. All six people who lost their lives were passengers in the taxi. Emergency teams confirmed that they died at the scene.

Eight others sustained serious injuries and were rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent medical care.

Officials say a full investigation is underway to determine what caused the crash. Traffic on the R540 was disrupted for several hours as rescue teams and police worked to clear the wreckage.

The community has been left in shock as families mourn the sudden loss of their loved ones.

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Authorities have launched an investigation to identify the truck’s driver and owner, as well as determine the cause of the accident. The state governor, Umaru Bago, expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, warning residents against the dangerous act of scooping fuel from fallen tankers.

This heartbreaking incident adds to a growing list of similar accidents in the region, often linked to poor road conditions and the increasing desperation caused by high fuel prices. Earlier this year, nearly 100 people lost their lives in a similar explosion in Niger State.

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The crash, which claimed 43 lives and left many others injured, occurred when a cross-border bus traveling from Gqeberha to Zimbabwe and Malawi veered off the N1 and plunged down an embankment. Emergency services worked through the night to recover victims and transport survivors to nearby hospitals.

During the clean-up, officers discovered multiple bottles believed to contain medication scattered among the wreckage. Provincial police commissioner Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe confirmed that an official inquiry has been opened to determine the origin and legality of the substances.

Police say the medication may fall under South Africa’s controlled substance laws, which prohibit the possession of certain medicines without a prescription or authorization. “Carrying a large quantity of medication without proper documentation is illegal,” explained provincial spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.

Investigators have not yet identified the lawful owner, but they are treating the matter seriously as part of their broader probe into the crash. “We urge anyone who recognizes the medication or believes it belongs to them to contact their nearest police station or call the SAPS toll-free number,” said Ledwaba.

The discovery has sparked widespread public discussion after images circulating online appeared to show bottles of codeine-based cough syrup, known as BronCleer, among the debris. Authorities have since clarified that the medication is not distributed through public hospitals or clinics, emphasizing that it remains a tightly controlled substance only available through licensed private channels.

As investigations continue, the Limpopo disaster has drawn condolences and support from both South African and Zimbabwean leaders. Many families are still waiting for updates about their loved ones as recovery efforts and formal identification of victims proceed.

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According to Limpopo province’s transport minister, Violet Mathye, emergency teams have confirmed 40 deaths so far, among them a 10-month-old baby. She added that 38 people are receiving treatment in hospital, while search efforts continue for others who may still be trapped or missing.

The bus had been travelling from Gqeberha, roughly 1,500 kilometres away, carrying passengers who were migrant workers heading home. Authorities suspect that the accident may have been caused by driver fatigue or a mechanical failure.

South Africa’s roads, though extensive and well-developed, are notorious for their high rate of fatal crashes, often linked to speeding, reckless driving, and poorly maintained vehicles.

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According to emergency responders, the fatal crash involved a small truck carrying passengers and a larger vehicle. The impact was so severe that eight individuals died at the scene.

Sixteen others were injured in the collision. Twelve sustained serious injuries, while four are fighting for their lives in critical condition.

Authorities are still working to determine the exact cause of the accident as investigations continue.

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