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IOL News
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Authorities investigating tragic KZN crash, death toll revised to 8
The H1 bakkie which was involved in the crash. | KZN Department of Transport Image: KZN Department of Transport The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) and the police are investigating the cause of a crash in which eight people, mostly mothers, tragically lost their lives in the early hours of Sunday morning along the N2 near the Mtunzini Toll Plaza. According to KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, the collision occurred at around 6:47am and involved a tow truck and a Hyundai H-1 vehicle transporting members of the Zion Christian Church (ZCC). While Duma initially gave the death toll as nine, authorities later confirmed that one of the bodies had been mistakenly counted twice and the correct death toll was eight. The victims were part of a group of 24 congregants travelling to Dukuduku in Mtubatuba, in northern KZN when tragedy struck. Duma said that the tow truck struck the rear of the Hyundai H-1, resulting in multiple fatalities and serious injuries. 'Those who were injured have been taken to hospitals and we wish them a speedy recovery. Equally, we express our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the Church,' he said. The National Department of Transport also expressed its condolences. Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa said they were 'deeply concerned and saddened by the loss of eight lives in a tragic road crash that occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning on the N2 near Empangeni.' 'Preliminary reports indicate that the Hyundai H-1 was transporting members of the Zion Christian Church (ZCC) from their place of worship to the Dukuduku/Mtubatuba area when it was struck from behind by the truck,' they said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Next Stay Close ✕
The South African
11-05-2025
- The South African
Nine killed in horrific Mother's Day crash in Empangeni
Nine people have died in KwaZulu-Natal following a crash between a truck and a passenger van. The crash occurred early on Sunday morning in Empangeni. KZN MEC for Transport and Human Settlements Siboniso Duma described the incident as 'horrific'. 'On this Mother's Day, around 06:47, I received a report from our highly dedicated team from the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) informing me about a horrific accident that claimed the lives of nine people, mostly mothers. 'According to a preliminary report, this accident, which happened along the N2 northbound after Mthunzini Toll Plaza, involved a tow truck and a Hyundai H-1, which was transporting 24 members of the Zion Christian Church,' Duma said. The members were travelling to Dukuduku in Umtubatuba. 'We have been informed by the RTI and emergency rescue services that a tow truck struck the rear end of the Hyundai H-1, resulting in fatalities and serious injuries. Those who were injured have been taken to hospitals and we wish them a speedy recovery. 'Equally, we express our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the church,' Duma said. A team has also been assembled to 'liaise with the church and families during this difficult period'. 'I have also mandated the RTI to immediately keep in touch with the Road Traffic Management Corporation to ensure that an investigation is conducted around this horrific accident. 'We will be updating the people of KwaZulu-Natal as we move forward,' Duma said. Post your condolences below, by … Leaving a comment below, or sending a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
TimesLIVE
11-05-2025
- TimesLIVE
Nine people, most of them mothers, perish in KwaZulu-Natal road accident
Nine people were killed in a horror crash involving a bakkie and tow truck in Empangeni on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast on Sunday morning. The provincial transport and human settlements department said most of the victims were mothers. 'On this Mother's Day, early this morning at about 6.47am, I received a report from our highly dedicated team from the Road Traffic Inspectorate informing me about a horrific accident that claimed the lives of nine people, mostly mothers. 'Losing a mother is a deeply painful experience that marks the radical change of the family's life and involves a wide range of sad emotions,' said MEC Siboniso Duma. According to a preliminary report, the collision, which occurred on the N2 northbound after the Mthunzini Toll Plaza, involved a tow truck and a Hyundai H-1 bakkie transporting 24 members of the Zion Christian Church. 'They were travelling to Dukuduku, Umtubatuba. We have been informed by the RTI and emergency rescue services that a tow truck struck the rear end of the Hyundai H-1, resulting in fatalities and serious injuries. Those who were injured have been taken to hospitals, and we wish them a speedy recovery,' said Duma. He said he had assembled a dedicated team from his office to liaise with the church and families. 'Finally, I have also mandated the RTI to immediately keep in touch with the Road Traffic Management Corporation to ensure that an investigation is conducted into this horrific accident. We will be updating the people of KwaZulu-Natal as we move forward.'
IOL News
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
Tragic Mother's Day crash in KwaZulu-Natal claims nine lives
KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport Siboniso Duma has conveyed his condolences to the families of the deceased after a tragic crash near Mtunzini toll plaza on Sunday claimed nine lives. Image: Supplied A devastating crash claimed the lives of nine people, mostly mothers, in the early hours of Sunday morning along the N2 near the Mthunzini Toll Plaza, casting a shadow over Mother's Day in KwaZulu-Natal. According to KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, the collision occurred at around 6.47am and involved a tow truck and a Hyundai H-1 minibus transporting members of the Zion Christian Church. 'On this Mother's Day, early this morning around 06h47, I received a report from our team from the Road Traffic Inspectorate informing me about a horrific accident that claimed the lives of nine people, mostly mothers,' Duma said in a public statement. The victims were part of a group of 24 congregants travelling to Dukuduku in Mtubatuba. 'According to a preliminary report, this accident, which happened along the N2 northbound after Mthunzini Toll Plaza, involved a tow truck and a Hyundai H-1, which was transporting 24 members of the Zion Christian Church,' said Duma. He confirmed that the tow truck struck the rear of the Hyundai H-1, leading to multiple fatalities and serious injuries. The injured were rushed to hospital, and the MEC extended his best wishes for their recovery. 'Those who were injured have been taken to hospitals and we wish them a speedy recovery. Equally, we express our deepest condolences to the bereaved families and the church,' he said. Duma acknowledged the emotional toll of losing a mother, stating: 'Losing a mother is a deeply painful experience that marks the radical change of the family's life and involves a wide range of sad emotions.'
Russia Today
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Russia Today
South Korean car giant registers multiple new patents in Russia
South Korean auto giant Hyundai has registered at least eight new trademarks with Russia's intellectual property service, Rospatent, this month, according to TASS. Hyundai suspended operations in Russia in March 2022 after the introduction of sanctions against Moscow, related to the Ukraine conflict. The manufacturer cited the resulting difficulties with parts supplies as the reason for its decision. The filings suggest that Hyundai could be preparing for a return to the Russian market. The new trademarks grant the company the right to manufacture and sell a wide array of vehicles in Russia, from passenger cars to buses, tractors, and heavy trucks. The registration also covers key auto components, including tires, shock absorbers, engines, and wheels. The registered patents reportedly include a range of models, such as Hyundai H-1, N Performance, N Line, Hyundai Axis, Ellecity, Xcient, Hyundai H100, and Hyundai Coupe. The variety of names points to potential activity across both commercial and passenger segments, including performance and luxury sub-brands. The rights to use the Hyundai trademarks in Russia will remain valid until 2034, according to the filings. A similar move was previously made by another South Korean automaker, Kia, which has filed at least six trademark applications with Rospatent. Hyundai and its affiliate Kia, once among the three best-selling car brands in Russia, joined a mass international corporate withdrawal amid Western pressure and Ukraine-related sanctions on Moscow. Hyundai Motor Group sold 100% of its Russian assets, including its St. Petersburg plant, for a symbolic 10,000 rubles ($123), while securing a buyback option valid for two years. It means the group must make a decision on restarting production at the facility before the end of 2025. Other major foreign brands have also been positioning themselves for potential reentry and asset reacquisition in Russia. Last month, LG Electronics confirmed it has resumed operations at its home appliance plant in Moscow, which produced washing machines and refrigerators. Italian household appliance manufacturer Ariston also recently announced its return to Russia after exiting the market in 2022.
