A tragic head-on collision between two sedans on the N4 toll road between Machadodorp and Belfast in Mpumalanga has claimed the lives of seven people. Image: Supplied.
Mpumalanga
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South Africa
Dec 27, 2025
A tragic head-on collision between two sedans on the N4 toll road between Machadodorp and Belfast in Mpumalanga has claimed the lives of seven people in the early hours of Saturday morning. The crash occurred at around 01h00, leaving one occupant seriously injured.
A tragic head-on collision between two sedans on the N4 toll road between Machadodorp and Belfast in Mpumalanga has claimed the lives of seven people in the early hours of Saturday morning.
The crash occurred at around 01h00, leaving one occupant seriously injured. The survivor was rushed to a hospital in Belfast, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident. Preliminary reports suggest that dangerous overtaking and excessive speed may have contributed to the deadly collision.
In a statement Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie, reiterated the province’s appeal to motorists to exercise extreme caution on the roads, particularly during night-time travel when visibility is significantly reduced. He also urged drivers to take regular rest breaks during long journeys to prevent fatigue-related crashes.
“We are again appealing to motorists to be extremely vigilant, especially at night when visibility is reduced. Roads are shared spaces and drivers must do all in their might to prevent needless loss of life from deadly crashes,” Macie said.
The MEC extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the crash and wished the injured survivor a speedy recovery. Authorities have once again urged road users to obey traffic laws and drive responsibly to avoid further tragedies on the country’s roads.
