All they could do is see their lives in danger,scream and cry for help but all was in vain as all did not help ,instead died instantly. Atleast Seventeen (17) lives were lost and Eight injured on a head and collision that happened in the N1 near Mookgophong, Limpopo.
The Minister of Transport, Mr Fikile Mbalula was alarmed and sadenes by the head-on collision and has conveyed this heartfelt condolences to the families and wishes for speedy recovery to the injured.
According to information received , the bus driver lost his life along with the passengers due to the bus catching fire that entrapped them inside immediately after impact. The driver of the SUV was also killed on impact.
“This is a horrific incident which brings an immediate sense of alarm. Losing so many people in one instance while they are trapped in a burning bus are visuals no one wants to imagine. This is the reality we are constantly confronted with as we put every measure feasible to make our roads safer. Such measures extend to ensuring that vehicles are in a good state of repair and that we conduct ourselves in a manner that saves life and limb on the road. As I convey my heartfelt condolence to these families, I do with a heavy heart. Young lives pruned at the prime of their lives is a devastating loss to the country. I also wish speedy recovery to those who survived and are recuperating. We will continue to intensify measures to make our roads safe and ensure severe penalties to those who violate the rules with impunity,” Minister Mbalula said.
