A devastating bus crash in South Africa has claimed the lives of at least 40 people, including citizens of Malawi and Zimbabwe. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday, about 90 kilometres from the Zimbabwean border, when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle.
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.