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Four Killed in Head-On Crash on N2 Near Umtubatuba

KwaZulu‑Natal transport chief opened an RTI-led investigation after saying the collision deepens July's rising road toll.

For illustration purposes only. Picture: iStock
At least six people have been killed in a fiery head‑on collision on the N2 near in the Eastern Cape. Picture: Eastern Cape Transport Department.

Overview

  • A head-on collision on the N2 near the Bhoboza off-ramp in Inkosi Umtubatuba killed four people, three women and one man, according to KwaZulu‑Natal Transport MEC Siboniso Duma.
  • The Road Traffic Inspectorate reported the crash involved an H100 bakkie and a Hyundai H1 minibus and cleared the scene before briefing the MEC.
  • MEC Duma said he received the RTI report at about 2am and has launched an investigation into the cause of the collision.
  • The transport department deployed teams to support the bereaved families and offered condolences to those affected.
  • Officials warned that a cluster of deadly July crashes in the province has raised concerns about night-time winter travel, reduced visibility and driver fatigue, and urged motorists to take precautions.