Overview

• The Transport Department confirmed the deceased include 18 women, 17 men and seven children.
• More than 30 survivors were taken to hospital from the scene.
• Officials say the coach lost control, rolled down an embankment and came to rest on its roof.
• Emergency services and the provincial transport MEC are on site as searches continue for additional victims.
• The N1 between Makhado and Musina remains closed in both directions, with motorists directed to the Witvlag and Williespoort turn-offs.