A devastating collision occurred near Mafube Village (old Belfast Road), Mpumalanga, when a school bus crashed into a train, resulting in the tragic loss of five young lives. Several others were seriously injured in the accident, which happened shortly after 16:00.
According to eyewitnesses, the bus was transporting learners from school to Mafube Village when the incident occurred. The impact of the crash was severe, with reports indicating that the bodies of the deceased were scattered at the scene.
Emergency services were promptly dispatched to the location, and the injured were rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment. The exact circumstances surrounding the accident are currently under investigation.
