R81 Closed After Horrific Truck and Minibus Taxi Crash Near Ga-Sekgopo

Ga-Sekgopo, Limpopo – The R81 highway between Munnik and Ga-Sekgopo in the Capricorn District has been completely shut down this afternoon following a devastating collision involving two heavy motor vehicles and a minibus taxi, The taxi was travelling from a church service at Solomondale to Giyani.

leaving 13 people dead, including a seven-year-old girl. The minibus taxi, returning passengers from a church service in Solomondale, was crushed between two trucks in a multi-vehicle collision. The crash, which occurred at approximately 15h10, brought traffic to a standstill as emergency services rushed to the scene.

What Happened on the R81?

According to preliminary reports, the accident unfolded when a truck slammed into the rear of a minibus taxi, forcing it into another truck ahead. The violent impact left several passengers trapped inside the vehicles, with the full extent of injuries yet to be confirmed.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are currently attending to the injured, while law enforcement officials are managing traffic flow, cordoning off the crash site, and conducting preliminary investigations.

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Road Closures and Alternative Routes

Authorities have confirmed that the R81 remains completely inaccessible in both directions. Motorists travelling towards Polokwane are advised to use the R71 and R36 as alternative routes.

Heavy delays are expected throughout the evening as clean-up operations and accident investigations continue.

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Safety Warnings from Authorities

Officials have urged road users to proceed with extreme caution, remain patient, and avoid unnecessary travel along the R81 until further notice. Law enforcement is monitoring the scene closely to ensure safety and restore normal traffic flow as soon as possible.

Developing Story

At this stage, details about the number of injured individuals or possible fatalities have not been officially released. Updates are expected from emergency authorities as rescue operations progress.

The incident underscores the ongoing challenges of road safety on South Africa’s highways, particularly involving heavy vehicles and passenger transport.