Women’s Day ended tragically in Limpopo when four women died in a bus accident.
The accident happened on Saturday, 9 August, on the R81 road in Sekgopo, Mopani District.
LIMPOPO BUS ACCIDENT CLAIMS LIVES OF FOUR WOMEN
According to the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety, preliminary reports indicate that the driver lost control of the bus, which subsequently overturned.
Sadly, four women were declared deceased at the scene. Eight passengers sustained serious to moderate injuries, while 45 others, including the bus driver, suffered minor injuries.
“All injured passengers were swiftly transported to Kgapane Hospital, Mankweng Hospital, and Van Velden Hospital for urgent medical care.”
CAUSE OF ACCIDENT UNDER INVESTIGATION
The Department said the exact cause of the accident is currently under investigation.
Meanwhile, the MEC for Transport and Community Safety in Limpopo, Susana Mathye, extended her condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the deceased.
Mathye said their thoughts and prayers are with them during this time of immense grief.
“We also wish those injured a full and speedy recovery. On this sombre note, we urge all road users, particularly public transport operators, to exercise extreme caution, strictly obey the rules of the road, and prioritise the safety of all passengers.
“Let us work together to ensure that every journey ends with the safe arrival of all travelers,” she added.
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