Overview
- The collision between two sedans occurred around 1:00 a.m. on the N4 between Machadodorp and Belfast.
- Seven occupants died at the scene, with one person in critical condition receiving care at Belfast Hospital.
- Mpumalanga Community Safety officials say a formal investigation is underway into the crash.
- Early assessments point to dangerous overtaking with excessive speed as possible causes, according to the department.
- The Road Traffic Management Corporation says the case reflects persistent festive-season head-on crashes linked to reckless driving, overloading and poor passing decisions.