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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.
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.'
