A devastating event involving a minibus taxi and a bakkie occurred on the N2 near Nywarha Location outside Dutywa around 8:00 PM on Saturday. The tragic collision led to the deaths of 11 individuals, with one person suffering from serious injuries.
Information on the Fatal Accident
The minibus taxi, which had 10 passengers on board, resulted in eight fatalities at the scene. The bakkie, which was carrying four passengers, reported three deaths, leaving just one survivor in critical condition.
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Unathi Binqose, the spokesperson for Provincial Road and Transport, confirmed that the road has now been reopened, and investigations into the cause of the accident are currently in progress.
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“The N2 is known to be one of the most dangerous roads in the country, particularly the section between Khashi Bridge and Mthatha,” emphasized Binqose.
This tragic occurrence comes on the heels of another accident in the same area the previous week, which resulted in four fatalities.
Ongoing Concerns Regarding Frequent Accidents
“It’s puzzling why this stretch continues to see such frequent and severe accidents. While the statistics highlight its dangers, the root causes for these ongoing incidents remain unclear,” remarked Binqose.
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Despite the N2’s notoriety for accidents, it lacks visible barriers or hazards. This situation has reignited discussions on the need for drivers to remain vigilant.
“Drivers have a heightened duty to exercise caution and patience to prevent head-on collisions,” Binqose stressed.
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This latest incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced road safety measures and increased driver vigilance on this perilous stretch of the N2.
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