Preliminary reports indicate that the driver of the bus lost control leading to the bus overturning. Six passengers were seriously injured while 20 other occupants escaped with slight injuries including the driver who were transported to a nearby hospital in Mkhondo.

The crash is still under investigation. It is however suspected that prevailing wet conditions may have played a hand in the crash.

Spokesperson for the Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Moeti Mmusi said the bus passenger list had 65 names when it left Johannesburg.

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“Other passengers went off at various stops along the way hence there were only 31 occupants including the driver at the time of the crash. The bus was not carrying over 80 passengers as it was earlier reported,” he said.

MEC, Jackie Macie appealed to drivers to adjust their driving in line with the prevailing conditions on the road and this include the wet weather.

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The fourth person, a female, was a pedestrian whose body was found closer to the wreckage of the LDV. All victims died at the scene.

The male driver of the LDV and a child passenger sustained serious injuries and were subsequently rushed to the nearby hospital in eMkhondo.

The investigation into the crash is underway, however, reckless driving cannot be ruled out at this stage.

Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie is appealing to motorists to be cautious on the road.

“Motorists must always be alert on the road. Every driver must obey the rules, prioritize their own safety and that of other road users to avoid needless loss of life and life-changing injuries,” Macie says.

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The 52 year- old male senior provincial inspector who was employed at the Piet Retief Cost Centre met his untimely death while doing routine traffic law enforcement duties with a colleague, who was on the other side of the road.

Police are investigating circumstances surrounding the incident. The acting MEC for Community Safety Security and Liaison, Busisiwe Shiba sent her condolences to the family of the official, his colleagues, and friends.

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“We are deeply saddened by the development. We are sending our heartfelt condolences to families, friends, and colleagues of the de eased. Although the investigation is underway, we are calling on law enforcement officers not to be deterred in their quest to make our roads safer,” said Shiba.

The name of the deceased traffic official will be released in due course.

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According to the National Prosecution Authority, the trio made their second court appearance yesterday for legal representation. Blessing Nhlakanipho Ntombela (30) Bongani Dlamini (38) and Andile Gamede (32) are facing three counts of murder, one count of attempted murder and theft of a firearm.

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This relates to the shooting incident which occurred at Longhomes Township in Mkhondo early this month. Gamede abandoned his bail application last week because of the seriousness of the charges against the accused, the NPA will oppose bail.

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According to ANC deputy provincial chairperson Speedy Mashilo, “We won that local municipality by 54 percent. We were robbed of it by some ridiculous members who colluded with the opposition to pip us out of power. Today, we’re back at the Council Chambers to reclaim our power and mayoral chain.

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“We have incumbent executive mayor, Ngelosi Ndlovu, who, by the end of today, will wear the mayoral chain in ANC colours. We are reclaiming what belongs to the people of Mkhondo under the ANC flag.

“Our promise to our people in Mkhondo we will resuscitate service delivery with immediate effect. Friday, we will, among others, be rolling out about 800 decent housing, prioritising those who experienced recent disasters which destroyed infrastructure and roads destroyed whose houses.

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“The new executive mayor, Ngelosi Ndlovu, has been deployed and is ready to bring back dignity to Mkhondo and rid it also of the numerous potholes in the town and outlying areas. “We are serious about improving our people’s lives,” said Mashilo.

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According to the police, Sibonelo Ntshangase was dropped off by a friend, Sizwe Mbingo who was driving a bakkie. Three men armed men appeared in the yard and fired multiple shots at the Mthembu and the friend who was still inside the bakkie. The mechanic was shot and the three suspects fled to an unknown direction.

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The Police in Mkhondo and the paramedics were called to the scene. Mthembu and his mechanic were driven to a nearby hospital. They certified the mechanic dead on arrival while the councillor succumbed to his injuries moments later. Mthembu’s friend was also certified dead. A case with three counts of murder was opened and the suspects are still at large.

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The Premier, Refilwe Mtswheni-Tsipane visited the family yesterday. Community Safety, Security and Liaison MEC Vusi Shongwe, sent his condolences to the families. “We must all work together to bring to book perpetrators who deserve lengthy jail terms. This is the second time in recent months that we lost a councilor at the hands of callous criminals. Condemnation alone is not enough. Such barbaric individuals must be urgently brought to book. The police should not spare any effort to ensure justice,” said the MEC.

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This comes after a series of incidents that have taken place around Mkhondo and surrounding areas where a number of people were arrested for alleged murder cases.

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Speaking to one of the farmers, Timothy Filter also known as “Sgila” he emaphasises on peace and unity among races in farms. “On behalf other white farmers, I apologize for we did not know what we were doing. So much has happened including people’s graves destroyed but we are truly sorry. We are now taking steps of understanding each other better,” he said.

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The pair held a peaceful march against the abuse of farm dwellers. It is alleged that the same farmer allegedly poisoned people’s cattle in the area.

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“MEC condemns the incident in the strongest possible terms saying that it was high time that farm owners regardless of their skin colour, respect the rights of all farming community members,” said the Community Safety, Security and Liaison spokesperson, Mmoeti Mmusi.

MEC Vusi Shongwe, adds that the community members need each other and that farm dwellers are equally entitled to making their voices heard when they are aggrieved. 

He also sent condolences to the bereaved families. He also promised to follow the case to its finality in order to ensure that justice is served.

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The collision claimed three lives. The deceased were all passengers in the sedan. The driver of the sedan and another passenger sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Piet Retief Hospital.

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According to Community Safety, Security and Liaison spokesperson, Mmoeti Mmusi the driver of the truck got away with slight injuries.

“It is not yet clear as to what caused the crash. The police are investigating cases of culpable homicide. The road had to be opened on one lane to enable the emergency personnel and the law enforcement agencies to work on the scene,” said Mmusi.

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